Prospectus - Basingstoke College of Technology

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Basingstoke College of Technology
Prospectus
Prospectus 2015/16
2015 / 16
Open Days
Monday 13 October 2014
4.00pm - 7.30pm
Saturday 15 November 2014
10.30am -1.00pm
Monday 9 March 2015
4.00pm - 7.30pm
Monday 18 May 2015
4.00pm - 7.30pm
Register your attendance online at
www.bcot.ac.uk
Term dates 2014/15
Autumn term
Monday 8 September –
Friday 19 December 2014
Spring term
Monday 5 January –
Thursday 2 April 2015
Summer term
Monday 20 April –
Friday 26 June 2015
For half terms and further details
please see our website.
Be Inspired at BCoT
We are proud that BCoT is in the top 5% of colleges in
the country. Ofsted has judged us as a good college
with outstanding features and we are working hard to be
outstanding in all areas.
W
e offer a clear route to
university through a
programme of BTEC Level 3
Extended Diploma courses which
are equivalent to studying 3 A
Levels and we are now introducing
A Levels in English, Maths and
Biology to run alongside the BTEC
programmes.
Around 50% of our Level 3
students look to progress to
degree courses at university, with
past students gaining places at
universities such as Brunel, Leeds
and Liverpool St John Moores.
At BCoT our lecturers are
industry trained and bring
knowledge, experience and
enthusiasm for their subject to the
classroom. They are experts in
their chosen field and retain good
links with their industry contacts
giving rise to many opportunities
for practical work experiences.
As much as we’re proud of our
academic achievements, we
believe that learning is about more
than just what happens in the
classroom and so we offer a range
of enrichment activities throughout
the year including charity events
and trips abroad.
We are an inclusive College and
have designed our curriculum so
that anyone can join us at a level
appropriate to their ability and then
progress through the academic
levels if they wish.
So if you want a place at
university or your dream job, take
a look through our prospectus and
read some of our fantastic student
comments. We strongly advise
you to come along to one of our
Open Days to talk to staff and
students and get a feel for BCoT.
We hope you’ll be inspired and
we look forward to welcoming you
in September 2015.
brief to design
an
illustration
for the cover of this prospectus,
but very rewarding and
invaluable work experience.
Sarah Martin, Art & Design,
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
INFORMATION
Tel: 01256 354141
COURSES
Why choose BCoT
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A Levels (English, Maths, Biology)
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Studying at BCoT
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Apprenticeships
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How to join BCoT
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Student Services and Support
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Animal Management
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Financial Support and Fees
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Art & Design
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The 5:1Teaching Model
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Automotive Technologies
Teaching Facilities
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Beauty Therapy
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Working with Employers
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Building Services
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Travelling to BCoT
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Business & Retail
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ECOBCoT
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Catering & Hospitality
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Childcare
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Index
Anthony Bravo
Principal and Chief Executive
It was a challenging
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Contents
Keep in touch:
Follow us @bcot
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Construction Trades
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Computer Science
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Electrical Installation
115
Engineering
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Fashion
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Fashion Retail
63
Graphic Design
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Hair & Barbering
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Health & Social Care
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Media
75
Music & Sound Technology
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Photography
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Plumbing
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Retail
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Sciences
BasingstokeCollegeofTechnology
Friends of BCoT
BCoTvideos
Download the BCoT App
www.bcot.ac.uk
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Sport
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Travel & Tourism
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Uniformed Public Services
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Directions
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English for Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL)
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Reasons to choose BCoT
Successful Students
BCoT’s results put us in the top 5% of UK Colleges for 16-18 year
old success rates. Figures show that 96% of all our learners will
successfully complete their course.
96%
learners succeed
at BCoT
Positive Progression
97% of our students will build on their experience and learning at BCoT
to go on to bigger things; most of our students will either be accepted
on a University place or take up a positive employment opportunity.
Industry Trained Staff
Staff bring their expertise and experience to the classroom for
the benefit of the students. They have excellent employer links
enabling BCoT to offer work experience as an integral part of
many courses.
Excellent Facilities
From our recently refurbished workshops for engineering and automotive
to the new animal discovery centre, and from our first class training
restaurant to our newly upgraded computer science and media suites,
BCoT continues to invest in our teaching facilities to ensure you will be
learning with resources that reflect what industry expects.
Support and Social
BCoT offers an enjoyable and supportive environment for all our
students to study in. From badminton to zumba and from bursaries
to welfare, our active Students Union and Student Support teams are
here to help you thrive.
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S
Course Level
Level 6
tudying at BCoT
T
he courses offered at BCoT are designed to prepare you for work or a place
at university. Our courses are available at a range of levels to suit your ability
and include both theory and practical skills.
Entry criteria differ for each level of course; if you are unsure what level you should
be studying, visit one of our Open Days or call Job Shop on 01256 306339.
All applicants will be interviewed for a place on their chosen course.
English and Maths
Varies; typically HNC/D,
A Levels, BTEC Extended
Diploma or equivalent
Level 5
HND
Foundation Degree
Typically 120 UCAS points
or equivalent plus GCSE
English and Maths at Grade
C or above, or relevant work
experience
Level 4
HNC
C&G Level 4 Diploma
Typically a Level 3 qualification
plus GCSE English and Maths
at Grades A*-C
Level 3
A Levels
Advanced Apprenticeship
BTEC Extended Diploma
C&G Level 3 Diploma
CACHE Extended Diploma
C&G Level 3 VRQ Diploma
ABC Level 3 Diploma
Access to HE
Pre-degree Foundation
5 GCSEs at A*-C, including
English and Maths. Some
subjects may also require
Science
Level 2
BTEC Level 2 Diploma
Apprenticeship
C&G Level 2 Certificate or Diploma
OCR Level 2 Diploma
CACHE Level 2 Certificate
CSkills Level 2 Diploma
ABC Level 2 Diploma
4 GCSEs at Grade D or
above, including English
and Maths
Level 1
Ascentis Level 1 Diploma
CSkills Level 1 Diploma
C&G Level 1 Certificate or Diploma
BTEC Level 1 Diploma
Edexcel Level 1 Diploma
4 GCSEs at grade E
including English and Maths
Foundation Learning Tier
Edexcel Entry Level
English for Speakers of Other
Languages (ESOL)
4 GCSEs at F-G preferred,
but applicants with no
formal qualifications may
be considered
Directions
No formal qualifications
It doesn’t matter where you start your college life at BCoT, we encourage all students to
work towards achieving university level qualifications. So whether you are studying at Level
1, 2 or 3 we will set the expectation that you will progress to the next level, with the potential
to study at degree level.
Your Route to University
A BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma is a recognised route to a university degree course.
The equivalent to three A Levels, BTECs will attract the same UCAS points as the
equivalent A Level result and are therefore accepted for university entry; for example,
a triple Distinction BTEC attracts 360 UCAS points, the same as three A grades at A
Level. As well as points value, BTEC courses are also designed to give you the useful
skills that studying towards a degree will require, such as time management and
research skills.
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Entry Criteria
BA (Hons) Degree
At BCoT we expect all students to attain a Level 2 standard (GCSE grade C) in English and
Maths. If you have a D grade, you will be expected to retake your GCSE in the appropriate
subject; if you have an E grade or lower, we will ask you to take Functional Skills as a
stepping stone towards achieving your GCSE. We are committed to the success of our
learners and will give you the support required to achieve these essential life skills.
Higher Education at BCoT
Example Programmes
Entry Level
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ow to join BCoT
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
visit one of our Open Days to see BCoT first hand
and to meet staff and current students. (Open Day dates on page 2.)
Submit your application -
you can apply online from the homepage
of our website or, if you’d like help with your application, call in and speak to us. You
can apply for places starting in September 2015 from October 2014.
Come to Advice & Guidance - all potential students are
required to attend an Advice & Guidance meeting. This is your opportunity to ask
questions and get the information you need to ensure a course is right for you.
Your offer -
Step 4
after your Advice & Guidance meeting, we will write to you to
confirm your place on a course and confirm the qualifications you will need to join
that course.
Step 5
usually taking place for a day or two in
July, this is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends who will be starting your
course too, as well as getting to know your tutors and the College.
Step 6
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Come and see us -
Attend Summer School -
Complete your enrolment - when you have your results, we will invite
you in to complete your enrolment at the end of August. If your results are not what you
expected, come and talk to us as we can always suggest some positive options.
Tel: 01256 354141
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tudent Services and Support
Student Services
Travel
Welfare
Bursaries and fees
Careers advice
Activities
Student Union
Clubs and Interest Groups
Further Education
01256 306484
Free meals
College Nurse
Funding for your course will vary depending on your
age when the course starts.
Aged 16-18 – You won’t need to pay any tuition or
registration fees. There may be costs for equipment
for your course and, if so, these are included on our
course sheets.
Sports
Enterprise Passport
Facilities
Aged 19-23 – You may need to pay tuition, exam
and/or registration fees. If you are in receipt of certain
benefits some of the fees may be waived.
Learning Resources Centre
The Cafe and Taste serve hot and
On-site Children’s Nursery
cold food on both sites
Gym
For more information on facilities please see pages 14-15
Aged 24 and over – If you are studying at Level 3 or
4 you may qualify for the 24+ Advanced Loan. Please
speak to us for details or help applying.
Support
Language support
Study skills
Maths and English skills
Boodle – virtual
learning environment
Higher Education
Learner Mentors and Coaches
On-site Counsellor
Specialist support for learners with
Dyslexia, Asperger’s Syndrome
or other learning difficulties
You may be eligible for a loan to cover your course
fee and living expenses.
See www.gov.uk/student-finance for more detail.
Financial Help
Equality and Diversity
At BCoT we are committed to challenging discrimination to ensure
a welcoming environment for all of our students, staff and visitors.
If you are unable to pay any of the fees you may
be eligible to receive financial assistance from the
Government Bursary Fund.
Safeguarding
You may also claim financial assistance towards
childcare, travel, trips, equipment and materials.
We provide a safe learning and working environment, ensuring that staff,
students and visitors feel safe and know how to keep themselves safe.
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Financial Support
and Fees
For more information call Student Services
on 01256 306484 or email information@bcot.ac.uk
Tel: 01256 354141
www.bcot.ac.uk
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he 5:1 Teaching Model Bite sized learning
A
t BCoT we teach to a 5:1 model where learning is split into bite sized
sessions of six weeks long.
Students follow five weeks of teaching, learning and assessment and then one week
of Review and Development, known as RAD Week. This means you can see your
progress as you complete one module in full, before moving on to the next.
Benefits of the 5:1 Model
Simple structure to your college work - you concentrate on one unit at a time
and can really focus on what you are learning.
Allows you to measure your progress - you will complete a unit every
six weeks.
Avoids lots of deadlines at the end of the year - you complete assessments
for each unit as you go along.
Allows you to understand what you’re studying and when - this puts you
in control of your learning.
Allows you to improve and be more successful - you will have the
opportunity to go back and improve your grade in any units you’ve already completed.
The 5:1 model provides a useful
time management
structure which is helpful in
preparing me for university
and the workplace.
Melicia Chivers
Business - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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Teaching
Facilities
A
t BCoT we are proud of our facilities,
from our training restaurant and hair
and beauty salons, to our recording studios
and automotive garage. Many of our
facilities are open to the public, providing
hands-on work experience for the students
as part of their course.
The Restaurant at BCoT
The modern training restaurant and kitchen
provide the opportunity for students to
showcase their cookery and practise front
of house skills. Hospitality and catering
students prepare, cook and serve dishes to the public
on a day-to-day basis as an integral part of their course.
www.bcot.ac.uk/the-restaurant-at-bcot
Recording Studio and
Mac Suites
Our extensive music and media facilities offer a range
of Mac and ICT suites, and recording studios. The
facilities give our music and media students the
opportunity to write, produce, record and mix tracks
to a professional standard.
Core Fitness Gym and
Sports Facilities
BCoT has its own on-site gym which is fully equipped
with the latest in Technogym equipment.
Through local partnerships, BCoT students have
access to a multi-million pound sports complex with
swimming pool, athletics track, football pitches and
golf courses.
Tech-IT
Students train in fully equipped on-site hair and beauty
salons which are open to the public. Industry trained
lecturers are on hand and students learn their skills in a
realistic working environment. www.bcot.ac.uk/evolve
Automotive Garage
The garage is designed for automotive students to
progress their skills. With state of the art Snap-on
tools and a fleet of college cars, students have every
opportunity to develop their practical skills.
BCoT Tech Repair
Our Tech-IT repair service allows
students to provide valuable IT support and repairs to
the community. www.techitbcot.co.uk
Aspiral
Salon Evolve
Tech-IT
Aspiral
The College is proud to have a high street shop that offers
enterprise and work experience opportunities across
many curriculum areas. www.aspiralshop.co.uk
Other facilities include:
Bespoke Lecture Theatre
ILT Suite
Construction Workshops
Art & Design Studios
The College Nursery
Graded Outstanding by Ofsted, the on-site Nursery offers
three large rooms divided between babies, toddlers and
children, with space for quiet time, creative activities and
outside play. www.bcot.ac.uk/the-nursery
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Science Laboratories
Games Development Room
Multi Camera TV Studio
Engineering CAD & CAM
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W
e’re committed to growing your employability skills as part of each programme of study.
At BCoT our staff are industry trained and have strong links with local businesses and
national organisations.
We work with a wide range of local and national employers, organising work experience,
guest lecturers and visits. This ensures that students are trained to industry standards and
prepared for their first job or a place at university.
Employer
Sponsorship
Industry Guest
Speakers
Increasingly, curriculum areas have established strong
links with employers; Building and Construction
students benefit from close links with multinational
organisations such as Kier and Fosters who look
to BCoT for new apprentices. Engineering work in
partnership with Gillette, WBTC and the Middlesex
Group to offer Apprenticeship opportunities to
students who successfully complete full time courses.
Wherever possible, guest speakers from industry are
invited to talk to students about latest technology, new
ways of working and career opportunities.
Hair and Beauty students for example have visiting
speakers from top brands such as Trevor Sorbie,
Toni & Guy and Steiner.
Work Experience
As a BCoT student you are likely to undertake work
placements as part of your course. This gives you the
opportunity to experience work first hand preparing
you for future employment.
Care students work in local hospitals, nurseries,
schools and residential homes
Catering and Hospitality students work with 5 star
hotels and provide civic hospitality for the Mayor’s
Office of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council
Students studying Animal Management work with
conservation groups and zoological parks
Science students work with major companies
such as De La Rue, benefitting from their
experience of forensics
Computer Science students work with Motorola
and Microsoft
Media students undertake work experience at
film studios
Travel and Tourism students receive training from
British Airways and Virgin.
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Enterprise
The Enterprise Passport is a way to boost students’
employability skills and enhance their profile with
employers. There is a wide range of interesting activities
available, such as volunteering and work placements.
As well as providing work experience, these activities will
greatly enhance a student’s CV.
Careers Advice
The Job Shop provides impartial careers advice and
help for students looking for work. They can help with CV
writing, interview skills and arranging work experience.
BCoT Recruits
Our BCoT Recruits service can help you find part time
work or work experience placements, or even an
Apprenticeship or full time work for when
you have completed your course. Please
speak to us for more details; telephone
01256 306237.
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ravelling to BCoT & Subsidised Fares
Getting Here
B
asingstoke has excellent bus and train services and both bus and train stations
are within walking distance of the College.
The College offers discounted travel packages to our full-time students. Students who live outside
Basingstoke and travel to and from the College by train can receive up to 55% off their rail fare and
can pay monthly, termly or annually. Our partnership with Stagecoach means that students travelling
to the College by bus from outside of the centre of Basingstoke in Zone 2 areas may also qualify for
up to 25% off bus travel.
Bursaries are also available and are based on household income. Contact Student Services on
01256 306484 for more details.
By Bus
By Train
South site
South West Trains:
Stagecoach:
Direct local line (no changes)
From £92 a term*
From £131.25 a term*
Andover – Basingstoke: 17mins
Reading – Basingstoke: 22 mins
Winchester – Basingstoke: 15 mins
Farnborough – Basingstoke: 13 mins
Hook – Basingstoke: 10 mins (from £100)
Fleet – Basingstoke:12 mins
Winchfield – Basingstoke: 14 mins
Woking – Basingstoke: 20 mins
Salisbury – Basingstoke: 34 mins
Mortimer – Basingstoke: 14 mins
Zone 1:
Bramley
Kempshott Park
Hackwood Park Gates
Oakley
Old Basing (The Hatch)
Sherfield on Loddon
Sherborne St John
Zone 2:
£184.50 a term*
North site
Alton
Andover
Baughurst
Newbury
Odiham
Overton
Pamber Heath
Whitchurch
Tadley
Travelling by Car
Leave the M3 at either J6 or J7.
By Bike
If you wish to cycle to College, there
is plenty of space to park your bike.
Please make sure you have a suitable
lock to secure it.
By Car
There is car parking available at College but
this is limited to students living outside of the
Basingstoke area. If you live in Basingstoke,
parking is only available to full time students
aged 19 or over. Please note car parking
charges apply.
* 2014/2015 Prices correct at time of publication but subject to change. All train fares are £184.50 a term, except Hook which is from £100 a term
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From Junction 6
At Black Dam roundabout take the
first exit, joining the A30 Ringway
South. After one mile, go straight
over roundabout, staying on the
Ringway. After a mile, at Winchester
Road roundabout, take the second
exit, joining Ringway West. Very
shortly, take the slip road on the
left. At the top of the slip road, turn
right on to Worting Road. BCoT is a
quarter of a mile.
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From Junction 7
Follow signs for Basingstoke town
centre for approximately three miles
and going over three roundabouts.
As you pass Basingstoke Football
Club on the left, keep in the left
hand lane. At the next roundabout
take the first exit, joining the
Ringway West. Very shortly, take the
slip road on the left. At the top of the
slip road, turn right on to Worting
Road. BCoT is a quarter of a mile.
Travelling by Train
Walking from Basingstoke Railway
Station: Make your way to Festival
Place Shopping Centre. Turn right
out of Festival Place near the Sports
Centre into Church Street. Go
through the underpass and into
Flaxfield Road. At the junction with
Sarum Hill, turn right into Worting
Road. BCoT is situated on both
sides of the road. The walk takes
approximately 10 minutes.
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ECO
BCo
Levels at BCoT
ECO BCoT
ECOBCoT is our campaign name for the many initiatives we have
launched to help reduce waste, promote environmental issues and
support sustainability.
Sustainability
Study A Levels alongside
Advanced Vocational Courses
A
pplicants who are offered a
Level 3 Extended Diploma and
intend to go on to university have the
opportunity to study an A Level in
English, Maths or Biology in addition
to their Diploma.
This offer is conditional upon the
applicant achieving grade A* or A at
GCSE in their selected A Level subject
and having achieved at least GCSE
grade C in English and Maths.
This Advanced Vocational Study
Programme will allow talented
students to study a skills-based,
hands-on vocational qualification
alongside an integral academic subject.
The A Level subject will be studied
over two years. Level 3 Extended
Diplomas are equivalent to three
A Levels meaning that, upon
completion of an additional A Level,
a student will leave with qualifications
equivalent to four A Levels.
As a College we are committed to looking after the environment. In 2013, BCoT saw the largest solar installation in
Basingstoke when over £160,000 worth of solar panels were installed on the roofs of the main south site building
and the Technology building. The panels will reduce energy bills and after eight years will pay for themselves.
Planet Friendly Printing
BCoT is committed to sustainability and aims to print all of its marketing
materials on paper from sustainable sources where possible. We look
to carbon off-set any printed material we produce. We also recycle
any unused or out of date publications.
The carbon used to make
this prospectus is about the
same as it takes to make 5
plastic bags.
Environmentally Friendly
As part of our green agenda, beehives have been installed at BCoT to enable us to produce our own honey for
use by the hospitality and catering students in The Restaurant or sell in Aspiral, our shop. Some of our staff are
currently training to become beekeepers and plan to get students involved in the project too.
Some nursing and midwifery degree
programmes require an A Level in
addition to a BTEC qualification.
A Levels Maths English Biology
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BCoT has a good
reputation for training
Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes for anyone aged 16 or over. As an
apprentice you earn a salary whilst training towards a recognised qualification. BCoT will
support you in finding an Apprenticeship position with an employer.
Apprentices.
I enjoy my course and
Why do an Apprenticeship?
apply what I learn to my job at
Trident Electrical.
An Apprenticeship allows you to train on the job, whilst working towards a qualification. This involves either day
release or personal tutoring in your workplace. All Apprenticeships last for a minimum of one year.
Nathan Fearns
Electrical Installation Advanced Apprenticeship
BCoT offer a range of Apprenticeships including:
Accountancy
Barbering
Beauty Therapy
Business Administration
Carpentry & Joinery
Childcare
Construction & the Built Environment
Creative & Digital Media
Customer Services
Dental Nursing
Engineering
Food & Drink Service
Food Cooking & Production
Graphic Design
Hairdressing
Hospitality Services
Hospitality Supervision & Leadership
Interior Systems
IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professional
Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Building Maintenance & Refurbishment
Management
Marketing
Nail Services
Painting & Decorating
Plumbing
Professional Cookery
Retail
Sales & Telesales
Sport Coaching
Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
Team Leading
Warehousing & Storage
To find out more about Apprenticeships, call BCoT
for Business on 01256 306237.
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Childcare
B
CoT has its own nursery which has been
graded as Outstanding by Ofsted.
Please note you will be required to have a
DBS check to undertake these courses.
Specialist facilities
You will benefit from working in a modern, fully
equipped nursery with purpose built training room and
craft room.
Trips and activities
An annual French exchange trip is usually organised
with a college in Alençon, which is twinned with
Basingstoke. Previous students have attended the
Health, Social Care and Childcare Conference in
Paris, and a team building event at Itchen Valley
Country Park.
Working with employers
You will work in local schools, nurseries and special
needs settings; work experience is an integral part of
the course.
Guest speakers include Camp America
representatives, Family Support Workers, Child
Protection Officers, Play Specialists and Nursery
Managers as well as agencies such as Nannies
Abroad talk to students about career options.
What’s on offer:
Childcare
Children’s Education
Your Future
Potential Careers
Nursery Assistant
Nanny
Primary School Teaching
Social Work
Going to Uni
Primary Education
Childhood and Youth Studies
Social Work
Available see page 23
BCoT has helped my career in so many ways. The way you learn, the
style of learning enables you to prepare for the working world and have
the confidence to believe you are ready for it. The tutors offer so much
support and that is key to the development students make on the course.
Andrew Ellery, Quality Assurance/Case Audit,
Local Safeguarding Officer at the Children’s Board
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Childcare
Basics in Health, Social Care
& Childcare
Entry Level
Entry Level BTEC Award in Health & Social Care
Advanced Childcare
Level 3
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Educator
Course Code: TBC
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This qualification is designed to help you understand
what it means to work in the early years or health and
social care sectors. The course involves a lot of practical
work helping you to develop your employability and
communication skills, teamwork, time management
and creativity.
Course Overview:
This qualification is intended to prepare you to become
an Early Years Educator, enabling you to work with
children from birth to 5 years and gain knowledge of
children aged 5 to 7 years. Upon achievement of this
qualification, you will be able to enter the workforce
or access Higher Education; it is anticipated that
this qualification will attract up to 280 UCAS points,
equivalent to two A Levels. The course has a mandatory
750 hours of work experience within a range of childcare
and educational settings, to complement the knowledge
and skills you will learn at College.
Your learning will centre around four main themes: Health
and well-being; Legislation, frameworks and professional
practice; Play, development and learning for school
readiness; Professional development.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grades F-G
Introduction to Health, Social Care
& Childcare
Level 1
BTEC Diploma in Health & Social Care
Course Code: PF25
Course Overview:
This course aims to give you a recognised qualification
in Health and Social Care, providing the skills and
understanding to progress to a Level 2 qualification.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E or above including English
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grades C or above, including English
language, Maths and a Science subject
Advanced Children’s Education
Level 3
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare & Education
Introduction to Children’s Education
Level 2
CACHE Certificate Early Years Educator
Course Code: PF35
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a qualification in child
care, providing the knowledge, skills and understanding
required to gain employment or progress to a Level 3
qualification.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English
and Maths
■■ Or the Foundation Learning Tier (Distinction) and
completion of appropriate literacy and numeracy
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Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This qualification is intended for those working or wishing
to work in early years education and care, or to progress
to higher education in this area. The Diploma will enable
you to gain the knowledge and experience which will
allow you to work with children from birth to 5 years. It
is expected that this qualification will attract 360 UCAS
points, equivalent to three A Levels.
The course includes mandatory work experience of
750 hours within a range of childcare and educational
settings to give you the opportunity to practie the skills
you will learn at College.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grades C or above, including English
language, Maths and a Science subject
Tel: 01256 354141
The facilities in College
are amazing.
We have an on-site nursery
that allows us to gain
high quality
work experience.
Beverley Ford
Childcare - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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H
ealth & Social Care courses at BCoT
are designed to be hands-on to provide
the skills and knowledge to progress into work
in the care sector or on to university.
Please note you will be required to have a
DBS check to undertake these courses.
Our facilities include a practical training room with
bed and hoist for lifting patients.
What’s on offer:
Nursing & Health Care
Professions
Social Work
Your Future
Potential Careers
Students have visited Marwell Zoo to look at Health
& Safety risk assessments, the Childhood Museum,
Science Museum, Florence Nightingale Museum
and Victorian Operating Museum in London. They
also participated in a team building exercise at Itchen
Valley Country Park and attended a Health, Social
Care and Childcare Conference in Paris.
An annual French Exchange trip is organised with a
college in Alençon.
You will undertake work placements in residential care
homes, day care centres, and the North Hants Hospital.
Special guest speakers include Consultant
Psychiatrists and care agencies who talk about
career options.
The NHS, local nurseries, residential homes and
schools provide work experience and you will have
the option to volunteer for charity work.
Child Nursing
Adult Nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Midwifery
Social Work
Going to Uni
Child Nursing
Adult Nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Midwifery
Social Work
Psychology
Paramedics
Biochemistry
The tutors at BCoT had all come from clinical backgrounds which helped
us understand the teaching as they could relate to actual case studies.
BCoT has enabled me to believe that I can achieve whatever I want.
Tiana Pritchard
Undergraduate at Southampton University, studying Nursing
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Basics in Health, Social Care
& Childcare
Entry Level
BTEC Entry Level Award in Health & Social Care
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This qualification is designed to help you understand
what it means to work in the early years or health and
social care sectors. The course involves a lot of practical
work helping you to develop your employability and
communication skills, teamwork, time management
and creativity.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade F-G
Introduction to Health, Social Care
& Childcare
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
Advanced Health & Social Care
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
(2 years) Course Code: PF24
Course Overview:
This course is an ideal starting point for a wide range
of health care careers including nursing, midwifery,
occupational therapy, community and hospital work.
Work experience in a wide variety of placements in the
local community is also provided, preparing you for work
or higher education. Studies include promoting health
and wellbeing, psychology, biology and professional
studies.
This course balances academic study in sociology, care
practice, health promotion, the legislative framework,
equality and rights with practical placement in a variety of
related fields.
Course Code: PF25
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give students a recognised
qualification in Health and Social Care providing the
knowledge, skills and understanding required to progress
to a Level 2 qualification.
This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and attracts
up to 360 UCAS points. Learners can progress on to
University degrees in child nursing, adult nursing, social
work and psychology or to the workplace.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*- C including English, Maths and
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care
at merit level or above with Level 2 English and Maths
I absolutely love the
work experience
aspect of my course.
Level 2
I am currently at a
Course Code: PF23
Course Overview:
This is a one year course designed to give you a
recognised qualification in Health and Social Care,
providing the knowledge, skills and understanding
required to progress to a Level 3 course, or
employment. The main units covered are: practical care,
communication, hygiene and safety.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above, including English
and Maths
Special Needs
school which is really preparing
me for the world of
work after college.
Come and see our facilities and talk
to tutors at one of our Open Days see page 2 for details.
Jack Darnley
Health & Social Care - Level 3 BTEC Diploma
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Nursing & Health Care Professions
Social Work
Level 3
Level 3
Access to HE Diploma in Nursing & Health Care
Professions
Course Code: PF17
Access to HE Diploma in Social Work
Course Overview:
This course has been designed specifically for mature
students who have some vocational experience but
do not have the relevant qualifications for entry to
higher education.
Course Overview:
Access Courses are designed for those who would
like to study at university but who left school without
the usual qualifications, such as ‘A’ levels or GCSEs.
They are also useful for changing career, entering
employment supporting professionals and accessing
work-based training.
It will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to
progress on to higher education in order to pursue
a career in health including children’s nursing, adult
nursing, mental health nursing, biomedicine, operating
theatre practitioner, paramedic science, midwifery,
physiotherapy, podiatry and psychology.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Maths and English at Grade C or above,
ICT and keyboard skills
Course Code: TBC
This course will provide the necessary skills and
knowledge to progress on to higher education in order to
pursue a career in social work.
Typically, specialist subject areas you will study are likely
to include: Research Methods, Child Development &
Welfare, Adolescence, Adulthood & Old Age, Social
Conflict, Social Interaction and Issues in Social Work.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Maths and English at Grade C or above,
ICT and keyboard skills
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R
ecently graded as Outstanding by
Ofsted, Catering and Hospitality
students are taught by industry experts in
modern training kitchens.
You will benefit from a professional working
environment which includes three state of the art
kitchens with the latest technology in cooking
equipment.
Our restaurant is open to the public providing real life
work experience.
Trips are organised to places at home and abroad to
sample the industry. Previous students have visited:
London, for the Good Food show and top hotels;
France, to see the cellars at Moët and Chandon and
the famous Rungis market in Paris; and New York.
Guest speakers from the Concorde Hotel
Management Scheme are invited in to talk to you as
well as guest chefs from local hotels and restaurants.
The on-site refectory and restaurant provides practical
work experience, as well as visits to hotels including
the Four Seasons, Hampshire Court, Apollo, Lainston
House and Pennyhill Park.
We also have a contract to provide civic hospitality for
the Mayor of Basingstoke and Deane.
What’s on offer:
Cookery
Hospitality
Event Management
Food & Drink Supervision
Licensed Retail
Your Future
Potential Careers
Restaurants
Hotels
Holiday resorts
Cruise ships
Going to Uni
Cruise Line Management
Event Management
Culinary Arts
Food Technology
Hospitality & Management
BCoT set me up for my career as a chef. The Catering & Hospitality
teachers at BCoT proved to me why they were awarded ‘Outstanding’
status by Ofsted. They motivate and encourage students to be the
best they can, pushing them to the limits in professional cookery.
Phil Yeoman
Freelance Head Chef
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Hospitality & Catering
I did my work experience
at The Fat Duck
Entry Level
a restaurant owned by
Level 2
Chef Heston Blumenthal.
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Culinary Skills
100% Pass Rate
It was brilliant
Course Code: OF12
Entry Level – Hospitality & Catering
Course Code: OF19
Course Overview:
This is a very practical course, where you will learn
how to produce superb food in the training kitchens
and practise your food and drink service dealing with
customers in our restaurant.
The qualification is designed to develop your
confidence and understanding of the hospitality and
catering industry.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade F-G or above including English
and Maths
Introduction to Professional Cookery
Level 1
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Introduction
to Culinary Skills
Course Code: OF02
Course Overview:
This course will help you to develop your practical skills
and theory knowledge of the industry.
Topics covered will include: preparation and cooking
methods; the industry and; workplace skills.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
I thoroughly enjoyed my course.
It was great to get involved with
the hands-on practical lessons
and take part in the annual
competition. The tutors were so
supportive and friendly and it
helped me decide this is what I
wanted to do for a career.
Course Overview:
This course is ideal for progression from the Level 1
Introduction to Professional Cookery. Students will build
on the skills previously gained and prepare for work in
professional catering kitchens. They will develop their food
and drink service and social skills in dealing with customers
in our widely acclaimed Restaurant at BCoT. Topics
covered include kitchen operations and special diets.
putting my new skills
and experience into practise.
Haydn Mortimore
Level 3 City & Guilds Diploma in Advanced
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 1 in Hospitality and Catering
■■ Or accredited prior learning with a skills test
Advanced Professional Cookery
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Professional
Cookery Course Code: OF16
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give students a nationally
recognised qualification in advanced professional cookery,
required to gain employment within the industry.
This course allows students to specialise in developing
their professional cookery and personal management
skills. Topics covered range from menu design to
commodities.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of Level 2 Diploma in Professional
Cookery and a successful interview/assessment
■■ Students will normally be over 17 at the start of the
course and have completed two years of study in the
department
■■ Please note students who do not have GCSE Grade
C or above in English and Maths will be expected
to work towards these alongside this course
Mark Kempson
Michelin Star Head Chef at Kitchen W8
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Hospitality & Event Management
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
with Event Planning
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Extended Diploma in Hospitality (2 years)
Course Code: OF15
City & Guilds Diploma Food & Beverage Supervision
with Event Planning Course Code: OF17
Course Overview:
This is a business management course for the hospitality
and catering industry. You will study a variety of business
related topics including marketing, human resources
and finance as well as acquiring practical skills through
working in our professional kitchen and restaurant.
Course Overview:
This programme allows you to develop your advanced
food service skills, such as carving and preparing food
at the table, as well as developing supervisory and
management skills through a variety of activities in our
training restaurant.
This course is designed to give you the skills and understanding required to gain employment within the industry.
The course is designed to give you the knowledge and
skills to gain employment within the industry.
Course topics will include:
■■ Event Management
■■ Food and Beverage Operations
■■ Customer Care in Hospitality
■■ Health, Safety and Security
■■ Team Leadership and Supervision
■■ Food and Beverage Organisation
■■ Introduction to Contemporary Cuisine
■■ Hospitality Business Enterprise
Some of the units studied will include:
■■ The principles of supervising food and beverage
service operations
■■ The principles of food safety supervision
■■ Promoting food and beverage services and products
■■ The principles of supervising customer service
performance
■■ The legal and social responsibilities of a personal
license holder
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C including English, Maths and
preferably Science
Entry Requirements:
■■ A food service qualification at Level 2 or relevant
industry experience
■■ Students will normally be over 17 at the start of the
course and have completed 2 years of study in the
department
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Beauty Therapy
B
CoT offers the opportunity to train
in Beauty and Nail techniques in
modern salons with lecturers who
are fully qualified and experienced
practitioners.
You will benefit from a purpose built Make-Up
room, specialist beauty equipment and receive
real life work experience in the Beauty and Nail
Salons which are open to the public.
Beauty students attend the Professional Beauty
Exhibition in London, and Media Make-Up students
attend the annual International Make-Up Artist
Trade Show. Overseas trips may be organised and
previous students have visited spas in Barcelona.
You will attend workshops given by Charles Fox
Make-Up in London (affiliated to the Royal Opera) and
work experience has been organised at the BBC.
Make-Up practise sessions will be organised with
actors at The Anvil theatre in Basingstoke and theatre
Make-Up specialists Steiner will give careers talks.
You will benefit from work experience at local salons
as an integral part of your course.
What’s on offer:
Beauty Therapy
Beauty Management
Make-Up Artist
Massage Therapist
Nail Technician
Media Make-Up
Your Future
Potential Careers
Beauty Therapist
Make-Up Artist
Salon Owner
Managerial roles
Spa Therapist
Going to Uni
Salon Management
Make-Up Design
When my sight deteriorated I came to BCoT to re-train as a masseur. My
sight continued to worsen over time; I can’t see details anymore, just
silhouettes which constantly blur. The support at BCoT was amazing,
and now I run my own massage business called Blind Sensations.
Samuel Appleton
Owner, Blind Sensations
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Beauty Therapy
Introduction to Beauty Therapy
Advanced Nail Technology
Level 1
City & Guilds Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Course Code: NF96
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a preliminary qualification
in Beauty or Media Make-Up providing the knowledge and
skills to progress to a Level 2 qualification.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Foundation Beauty Therapist
Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Course Code: NF57
Course Overview:
This qualification in Beauty Therapy provides the
knowledge, skills and understanding required to gain
employment or progress to a Level 3 qualification.
The course includes skills in: Facials, Waxing, Manicures,
Pedicures, Make-Up and Eye Treatments
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
■■ Or successful completion of a Level 1 course
in a related subject
Advanced Beauty Therapy
Level 3
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
100% Pass Rate
Level 3 City & Guilds Diploma in Nail Technology
NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy
Course Code: NF60
Course Code: NF63
Course Overview:
This Level 3 course is designed to give you a nationally
recognised qualification in nail technology providing
the skills and knowledge to gain employment as a nail
technician.
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a nationally
recognised NVQ qualification in Beauty Therapy,
providing the skills and understanding to gain
employment as a Beauty Therapist.
The course covers a wide range of subjects including:
■■ Body massage
■■ Epilation
■■ Planning promotional activities
■■ Explore technological developments within hair,
beauty and associated areas
■■ Facial & body electrotherapy treatments
■■ Anatomy and physiology
■■ Single eyelash extension treatment
Units studied will include:
■■ Apply and maintain nail enhancements
■■ Enhance nails using electric files
■■ Airbrush designs for nails
■■ Design and apply nail art
■■ Explore technological developments within hair,
beauty and associated areas
■■ Nail enhancements and advanced hand and nail
art techniques
■■ Health and safety
■■ Client care and communication
■■ Promote and sell products and services
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of a suitable Level 2 course with tutor
recommendation
Entry Requirements:
■■ NVQ 2 in Beauty Therapy
Note: Some medical conditions may need a GP
referral prior to commencement of the course:
please consult a lecturer for further advice
Foundation Media Make-Up Artist
Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma in Media Make-Up
Course Code: NF58
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a Level 2 qualification
in Media Make-Up, providing the knowledge and skills to
gain employment or progress to a Level 3 qualification.
Photographic Make-Up, Styling and Dressing Hair, Skin
Tanning Techniques, Lash and Brow Treatments and
Make-Up.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D and above including English,
Art and Maths
■■ Or the Level 1 Diploma in Hair and or Beauty
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Beauty Therapy
Advanced Media Make-Up Artist
Advanced Production Arts
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma in Media Make-Up
Course Code: NF61
Course Overview:
You will receive instruction, guidance and
encouragement to practise and develop the skills
necessary to work in the Make-Up industry.
■■ Theatre Make-Up
■■ Special Effects Make-Up
■■ Fashion/Photographic Make-Up
■■ Design and apply Face and Body Art
■■ Skin Camouflage Make-Up
■■ Airbrush Make-Up
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade C or above including English, Art and
Maths
■■ Or Level 2 Media Make-Up, Beauty Therapy or
Hairdressing
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Production Arts
(Make-Up)
(2 years) Course Code: NF95
Course Overview:
This course provides you with an insight into working
within the media industry as a Make-Up artist as part of a
production team.
Units include:
■■ Make-Up for Performers
■■ Make-Up Application Skills and Creative Use in
Performance
■■ Make-Up
■■ Mask Making
■■ Full Body Make-Up
■■ Special Effects Make-Up and using Prosthetics
■■ Period and Fantasy Make-Up
■■ Period Hair Design and Wigmaking
■■ Hair Styling and Dressing
■■ Historical Context of Performing
■■ Production Arts Planning
■■ Arts in the Community.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English
Maths and preferably Art
After College I have
been offered a job as a
Beauty Therapist.
My work experience and
the course at college
have helped me
start my career.
Tegan Walsh
Beauty Therapy - Level 3 BTEC Diploma
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Beauty Therapy
Management & Techniques in
Beauty Therapy
Advanced Massage Therapist
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Diploma in Beauty Therapy
City & Guilds Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage
Course Code: NF75
Course Code: NF62
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you the skills required to
become a Beauty or Massage Therapist.
First year units include:
■■ Client Care and Communication
■■ Facial Skin Care
■■ Body Massage
■■ Face and Body Electrotherapy
■■ Health and Safety in the Salon
Second year units will then include:
■■ Apply Make-Up
■■ Lash and Brow Treatments
■■ Manicure and Pedicure
■■ Waxing
■■ Stone Therapy
■■ Aromatherapy
Course Overview:
recognised qualification in massage therapies, providing
the knowledge, skills and understanding required to gain
employment as a Massage Therapist.
Entry Requirements:
■■ NVQ 2 in Beauty Therapy
Note: Some medical conditions may need a GP
please consult a lecturer for further advice.
You will receive the opportunity to practise and develop
the skills necessary to achieve the award.
■■ Body Massage
■■ Indian Head Massage
■■ Pre-Blended Aromatherapy
■■ Stone Therapy
■■ Financial Effectiveness
■■ Planning Promotional Activities
■■ Self Tanning Services
■■ Health and Safety
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or NVQ 2 Beauty Therapy
Note: Some medical conditions need a GP
please consult a lecturer for further advice.
Management & Advanced Techniques
in Beauty Therapy
Level 4
City & Guilds Diploma in Management Practice &
Advanced Techniques in the Hair and Beauty Sector
Course Code: NF85
Course Overview:
This course can help you set up and run your own
hairdressing or beauty business. You will gain skills
in staff and resource management, promoting your
business and developing your technical skills.
Entry Requirements:
■■ GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C or above
■■ Relevant vocational Level 3 qualification
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Hair & Barbering
I
f you would like to train as a hairdresser
or barber, BCoT offers excellent training
facilities and links to some of the top salons
in the country. We hold an annual Hair
and Beauty Competition at The Anvil in
Basingstoke - a great chance for students to
showcase their skills and creativity.
You will benefit from working in commercial training
salons using industry standard equipment.
Visits include the Salon International Show in
London. Charity work is regularly undertaken and has
previously included:
■■
Wigs for a local amateur dramatic company
■■
Help for Heroes charity haircuts
■■
Wig cutting for My New Hair
■■
Mad Hair Day for Children in Need.
An annual competition is organised by BCoT and held at
The Anvil. Judges include representatives from L’Oreal,
Trevor Sorbie, Guy Kremer and The British Barbering
Association.
You will also take part in other competitions including
the Hairdressing Federation and British Barbering
Association competitions.
You can benefit from work experience at local salons in
Basingstoke and the surrounding areas.
Work placements may be arranged with Trevor Sorbie,
and talks are given by industry professionals from
L’Oreal, Trevor Sorbie, Steiner – The Onboard Spa
(cruise ships), local salon owners and Balmain
International (hair extension experts).
What’s on offer:
Hairdressing for all types
Barbering
Management
Your Future
Potential Careers
Colour Director
Teaching
Salon Owner
Session Stylist
TV Hairdresser
Bridal Specialist
Sales and marketing for
branded products
Working on a cruise ship
I’ve been with Toni & Guy for fourteen years now, based in Holland for
the last three years. Many people have inspired me throughout my career
but the main influences in the early days were my teachers at BCoT.
Russell Seneviratne
European Art Director for Toni & Guy
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Hair & Barbering
Introduction to Hairdressing
Entry
City & Guilds Entry Level Certificate in Introduction to
Hairdressing & Barbering Sector Course Code: NF50
Course Overview:
This is a one year course designed to give you a basic
qualification in the personal and employability skills
relevant for work in Hairdressing and Barbering.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSE at Grades F- G including English and Maths
Hairdressing or
Hairdressing & Barbering
Level 1
Women’s Hairdressing
(option to specialise)
Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing
Course Code: NF47
Course Overview:
qualification in women’s hairdressing, providing the
knowledge, skills and understanding required to
progress to a Level 3 qualification.
You will be able to choose one of the following pathways
relating to hair classification types or a combination of the
following pathways:
■■ Pathway 1 - Straight hair (Caucasian and Asian),
■■ Pathway 2 - Wavy hair (Caucasian and Afro Caribbean)
■■ Pathway 3 - Curly hair (Afro Caribbean).
City & Guilds Diploma in Hairdressing & Barbering
Course Code: NF96
Course Overview:
preliminary qualification in one of the following pathways:
Hairdressing or Hairdressing and Barbering.
I have learnt so many
hair techniques;
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E and above including English
and Maths
■■ Or completion of the appropriate entry level course
with tutor recommendation and good attendance
it is such a complex
science when
you are actually
studying it, a lot of
thought goes into
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English and
preferably Maths
■■ Or City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma
in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy with tutor
recommendation and a good attendance report
the process.
I came to BCoT as I knew I wanted
to do hairdressing. Working in the
salon at BCoT has given me real
confidence and prepared me for
the workplace. I would definitely
recommend this course.
Nicole Tigwell
Studying Level 3 Advanced
Apprenticeship in Hairdressing
Hannah Bromilow
Women’s Hairdressing - Level 3 City & Guilds Diploma
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Hair & Barbering
Barbering Techniques
Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma in Barbering
Course Code: NF88
Course Overview:
qualification in barbering, providing the knowledge, skills
and understanding required to progress to a Level 3
qualification.
Units covered will include: styling; client consultation;
cutting and colouring men’s hair; cutting facial hair and;
scalp massage services.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English and
preferably Maths
■■ Or City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Hairdressing,
Barbering or Beauty Therapy with tutor
recommendation and a good attendance report
Advanced Women’s
Hairdressing
Management in the Hair Sector
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma in Women’s Hairdressing
Course Code: NF66
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a nationally recognised
Level 3 qualification, providing the knowledge, skills and
understanding required to become a creative hairdresser
and to gain employment within the industry.
Topics covered will include: health and safety in the salon;
consultation support for colleagues; style and dress hair;
creative hairdressing design skills; perm hair to create a
variety of looks; bridal hair and; colour correction.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or Barbering with
tutor recommendation and a good attendance report
Advanced Barbering
Techniques
Level 4
Management Practice & Advanced Techniques
in the Hair Sector
Course Code: NF85
Course Overview:
recognised qualification in Management Practice in the
Hair and Beauty Sector, providing the knowledge, skills
and understanding required to gain employment within
the industry.
It can help you set up and run your own Hairdressing
or Beauty business. You will obtain the skills to manage
staff and resources, learn how to develop and promote
your business and develop your technical skills.
Entry Requirements:
■■ GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C or above
and a relevant vocational Level 3 qualification
■■ You must attend an interview with the course leader
and may be requested to undertake a piece of
written work
Level 3
City & Guilds Diploma in Barbering
Course Code: NF80
I thoroughly enjoyed my course. It
was great to get involved with the
hands-on practical lessons and
take part in the annual competition.
The tutors were so supportive and
friendly and helped me decide
what I wanted to do for a career.
Ella Patton
Hairdresser at The Cutting Bar
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Course Overview:
recognised Level 3 qualification, providing the
knowledge, skills and understanding required to become
a creative men’s hairdresser and to gain employment
within the industry.
Topics covered will include: cutting skills; providing
consultation support to colleagues; use of colour and;
cutting facial hair.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing or Barbering with
tutor recommendation and a good attendance report
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Art & Design, Fashion & Clothing,
Photography & Graphic Design
A
What’s on offer:
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rt and Design is a valuable subject for
a wide range of careers. BCoT offers
state of the art facilities with courses from
Level 1 through to a BA (Hons) degree.
Towards the end of the year, you’ll have the
chance to showcase your work at the annual
Art Exhibition and Fashion Show. BCoT’s
industry trained lecturers bring their skills,
expertise and industry contacts to the course.
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Drawing studios
Metal workshops
Glass cutting
Enamelling ovens
Printing presses
Photographic studio
Darkroom
Mac Suite with creative software
Pattern cutting tables
Sewing machines
Screen printing
Knitting machines and looms
Pottery / Ceramics
Plaster room
You will have the opportunity to experience art and
design first hand with organised visits to venues
like the V&A Museum and Brick Lane in London,
Venice, Madrid and St Ives.
Guest speakers include lecturers from Southampton
Solent University, The Purple Agency, professional
photographers, illustrators, fashion and interior
designers.
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Art & Design
Photography
Graphic Design
Fashion & Clothing
Textiles
Your Future
Potential Careers
Graphic Designer
Web Designer
Architectural Technician
Ceramicist
Photo Journalist
Art Therapist
Curator
Creative Director
Illustrator
Interior Designer
Fashion Photographer
Scenery Painter
Jewellery Designer
Fashion Designer
Fine Artist
Going to Uni
Art & Design
Graphic Design
Photography
Animation
Fashion Design
Knit Design
Textiles
Weaving
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Art & Design
Introduction to Art & Design
Art & Design
Level 1
BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Art and Design
Course Code: FF33
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a preliminary
qualification in Art and Design providing the knowledge,
skills and understanding required to progress to a Level
2 qualification.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Art & Design
Foundation Art & Design
Level 3
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art & Design
(2 years) Course Code: FF29
Course Overview:
You will receive instruction, guidance and encouragement
to experiment, practise and develop the skills necessary to
identify a specialism in Art and Design.
The course encourages and promotes creative thinking
skills through a range of projects, activities, competitions
and events both within art and design and through cross
College activities. It is exciting, challenging and intensive
in its delivery, developing creative awareness through the
practise of research, drawing and the understanding of a
wide variety of 2D and 3D studies.
Level 2
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art & Design
Course Code: FF25
Course Overview:
This broad based introduction to Art and Design will
enable you to experiment with a wide range of disciplines
including drawing, painting and sculpture, 2D and
3D design, graphic design, photography, fashion and
textiles, ceramics and digital art.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D and above including English
and Maths
■■ Or successful completion of a Level 1 course such as
Creative Media
■■ You must also have a good portfolio and demonstrate
enthusiasm
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Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C (to include English and
an Art related subject)
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design or
Creative Media Production and working towards
GCSE English Grades A*-C
■■ Functional Skills English Level 2
■■ Enthusiasm for the subject supported by a portfolio of
work showing your creative ability. Your portfolio of
work will be considered in place of one GCSE.
Level 3/4
ABC Pre-degree Foundation in Art & Design
Course Code: FF03
Course Overview:
This course is for students who want to progress
either into Higher Education in Art and Design or
employment, particularly if you are not sure which
area of art and design you wish to specialise in. The
course will enable you to develop a portfolio which will
demonstrate ability, experimentation and thinking in all
aspects of Art and Design.
The course is designed to give you experience of a
wide range of visual and practical skills, before you
then work towards your final project in your chosen
discipline. Specialist resources available include:
painting; drawing and sculpture; ceramics and glass;
printed, knitted or woven textiles; photography and
video and; graphic design.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 2 A Levels or 1 A Level plus 3 GCSEs at Grade C
or above
■■ You must show enthusiasm for the subject supported
by a portfolio of work demonstrating your creative ability
BCoT gave me the confidence that I didn’t have before I started. It
allowed me to express myself freely and work in a way made for my
industry, I felt fully prepared for university and the world of work.
Emma Evans
Southampton Solent University graduate
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Fashion & Clothing
Fashion & Clothing
Textiles
Level 3
Level 3
(Fashion & Clothing)
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in
Art & Design (Textiles) (2 years) Course Code: FF29
Course Overview:
You will receive specialist teaching and guidance
within Fashion, Clothing and Textile Design. A range of
practical applications will enable you to develop a broad
understanding of the design process from initial concept,
recording and drawing, and research development to
pattern cutting and garment construction.
You will learn about materials handling and technical
processes through the study and understanding of the
following:
Course Overview:
The Textiles course involves visual composition, colour
theory and material handling. Study areas will include visual
studies, printing, graphics, fashion and 3D design with
the main emphasis on textiles. You will sample subject
disciplines including textiles during your first year enabling
you to pursue a deeper level of understanding of textiles
within Art and Design for the remainder of the course.
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Use and application of colour theory in fashion,
clothing and textile design
Selection and manipulation of appropriate fabrics
suitable for fashion and clothing through pattern
cutting and garment construction
Mixed media drawing, contemporary illustration
and photography techniques to effectively
communicate and present ideas for fashion and
clothing/textiles, fashion flat drawings and
illustration, repeat patterns, trend and concept boards
The second year will provide you with the opportunity
to showcase your final collection in a Catwalk Show.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C (to include English, Maths and
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Art and Design
■■ Or Creative Media Production (Merit) working towards
work will be considered in place of one GCSE
The course encourages and promotes creative thinking
skills through a range of projects, activities, competitions
and events both within Art and Design and through cross
College activities. It is exciting, challenging and intensive
in its delivery, developing creative awareness through the
practise of research, drawing and the understanding of a
wide variety of 2D and 3D studies. You will be required to
work independently and use your creativity to express ideas
and intentions and produce exciting and original outcomes.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C (to include English, Maths and an
Art related subject)
■■ Or Creative Media Production (Merit) working towards
work showing your creative ability. Your portfolio of work
will be considered in place of one GCSE
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and practical tasks
I feel ready for
Textiles for Fashion
BA (Hons)Textiles for Fashion
Course Code: FF15
By learning a
mix of theory
Degree
either university
100% Pass Rate
Course Overview:
Discover and explore ways of working using knitted, woven
and printed textiles and apply them to your fashion designs.
Learn to design and make your own fabrics and garments
to express your individuality and innovation.
or to start my career in
the fashion industry.
Emma Cope
(Fashion & Clothing)
Entry Requirements:
■■ We are pleased to consider a variety of entry options,
please contact us for details
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Photography & Graphic Design
Photography
Graphic Design
Level 3
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Art & Design
(Photography)
Level 3
Course Overview:
This course includes experimentation, guidance and
specialist teaching in analogue and digital media.
Alongside practical workshops in the dark room and
studio, you will learn about visual composition, colour
theory and graphics through the collaboration of Art
and Design.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Art & Design
(Graphic Design)
Course Overview:
This course includes specialist teaching and
opportunities to experiment and practise in drawing,
design, photography and CAD (Adobe Photoshop/
Illustrator/InDesign). Alongside practical workshops, you
will learn about visual composition, colour theory and
graphics through the collaboration of Art and Design.
The course promotes creative thinking skills through a
range of projects, activities, competitions and events
both within Art and Design and through cross College
activities. It is exciting, challenging and intensive in
its delivery, developing creative awareness through
research and practical activities. You will be required to
work independently and use your creativity to express
ideas and intentions and produce exciting and original
outcomes. You will have access to studios which are well
equipped with professional materials and technology.
The course encourages creative thinking skills through
a range of projects, activities, competitions and events
both within art and design and through cross College
activities. It is exciting, challenging and intensive in its
delivery, developing creative awareness through research
and practical activities. You will be required to work
independently and use your creativity to express ideas and
intentions and produce exciting and original outcomes.
You will have access to studios which are well equipped
with professional materials and technology.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Or Creative Media Production and working towards
Entry Requirements:
■■ Or Creative Media Production and working towards
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Business, Retail &
Fashion Retail
T
he study of Business gives you the
skills needed by employers and is a
good base for any future career. As part
of your course you will cover a variety
of subjects, such as marketing, law and
finance, and you’ll also be involved in
Young Enterprise - a chance to set up
your own company and compete with
other Young Enterprise companies.
Business students take part in the Young Enterprise
Club, and visits are organised to places like the Bank
of England and the Business Start-Up exhibition
at Olympia.
Real enterprise and industry experience is key to
all our business and retail courses and so we try to
include visits, work experience or guest speakers as
often as we can. Recent work with employers has
included: a visit to Madejski Stadium to explore event
management skills; a talk by a consultant in business
continuity; interview skills development with Enterprise
Car Rental and a presentation by AWF about how
volunteering can give you work and enterprise
experience.
The Young Enterprise scheme is embedded into our
Level 3 course and you will meet with your mentors
from the world of business every week, particularly
focussing on business finance and operations.
What’s on offer:
Business
Enterprise
Fashion Retail
Retail
Your Future
Potential Careers
Office Administrator
Office Supervisor
Business Management
Retailing
Store Manager
Merchandiser
Shop Window Dresser
Going to Uni
Business Management
Events Management
Fashion Buying
International Business
Law
Marketing
Retail
Retail Management
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Business, Retail & Fashion Retail
Introduction to Business
Business Enterprise
Level 2
BTEC Diploma in Business
Course Code: JF41
Course Overview:
The course gives you the opportunity to develop
the knowledge and personal qualities essential for
employment in Business. Your lessons will be part
theory and part practical and you will be assessed
through a variety of methods including assignments,
role-play, producing promotional material and exams.
Learning will include simulated work which is a fun and
enjoyable way to learn. The course offers trips and
residentials to enhance your experience and enjoyment.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Introduction to Fashion Retail
Level 2
ABC Diploma in Fashion Retail
Course Code: JF21
I am learning the skills
required to run
a business.
The teachers’ support
is really great.
Course Overview:
This course will introduce you to the exciting world of
Fashion Retail. Over one year you will be involved in
projects based on visual merchandising, fashion history,
trend forecasting, personal styling and customer service.
The course is designed to give students a Level 2
qualification in Fashion Retail, providing the knowledge,
skills and understanding required to gain employment or
Tel: 01256 354141
Course Overview:
This course covers all the traditional Business modules
to ensure you can progress to university. However, it also
covers really exciting and enjoyable aspects of Business
Enterprise.
You will develop knowledge about setting up and running
your own business through a structured programme of
learning. This includes:
■■ Finance
■■ Set up a supply chain
■■ Communicate with customers
■■ Monitor the performance of the business
■■ Write a business plan
■■ Develop marketing skills
■■ Explore the law
This course is designed to give students a nationally
recognised qualification in Business Enterprise, providing
the knowledge, skills and understanding required
to gain employment within the industry, set up your
own business or go on to higher education through
progression to BCoT’s HND in Business or a BA
Honours degree at university.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C, including English, Maths and
preferably Science
■■ A real interest in running your own business is essential
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
■■ Enthusiasm for working in fashion retail or a design portfolio
The BCoT course was the best thing I have ever done. I am
now earning a salary, studying for a BA (Hons) in Business
Management and all my tuition fees are paid for by my company.
Maisie Cole
CGI Group Inc.
Melicia Chivers
Business - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Business
(2 years) Course Code: JF54
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Business, Retail & Fashion Retail
Retail
Fashion Retail
Level 4
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
ABC Diploma in Fashion Retail
Course Code: JF26
Course Overview:
This course offers a combination of exciting units
such as Fashion Buying, Visual Merchandising,
Promotions, Fashion History, Brand Development
and Style Advising which will develop skills every
retailer needs. Real work simulations are an essential
part of the course; from designing and implementing
window schemes and carrying out customer styling
makeovers to planning a promotional business event,
you will be constantly learning.
Having completed the ABC Level 3 Diploma in Fashion
Retail it is recommended that you continue studying
into the second year to achieve the Level 4 Diploma in
Fashion Retail or the BTEC Level 3 90 credit Diploma in
Business. This is ideal if you wish to gain entry to a retail
training scheme with a major retailer or wish to apply for
a place at University. The 90-Credit Diploma covers the
core Business topics of Marketing, Business Resources
and Business Communication as well as retail specific
units including Visual Merchandising and Styling.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or a Level 2 Diploma (Merit)
■■ A portfolio of work will be considered in place of 1
GCSE, and an interest in working in the fashion retail
sector is important
ABC Diploma in Retail
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This course explores the changing environment and
influences on Fashion Retail business. It focusses on
many vital aspects associated with Fashion Retail
management including consumer behaviour, customer
service, financial planning, human resources and team
management skills.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Relevant Level 3 qualification and 5 GCSEs at Grade
C or above including English and Maths
Business
HNC
Business (part time)
Course Code: JEBH001
Course Overview:
This course will offer you a vocational and academic
insight into the business world and help you develop the
transferable skills required to be successful in it.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 120 UCAS points or equivalent and GCSE English
and Maths at Grade C or above
■■ Relevant industry experience
Business
HND
Business (full time)
Course Code: JFBH004
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Course Overview:
On this course you will gain knowledge, understanding,
and appreciation of the complexities of the business
world. On completion of this course it is possible to
progress on to a top up BA (Hons) degree at university.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 120 UCAS points/PPP or equivalent and GCSE
English and Maths at Grade C or above
■■ Relevant industry experience and a successful
interview with the course leader
■■ You may be asked to undertake a short piece of
written work
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Travel & Tourism
O
ur Travel and Tourism lecturers have
industry backgrounds and work
directly with high profile employers to
provide first class training and hands on
experience for you.
You will benefit from a cabin simulator training
room complete with aircraft chairs and meal carts,
and Health and Safety equipment including fire
extinguishers, fire hoods and oxygen masks.
Residential trips are organised to Europe and
further afield, for example to New York.
What’s on offer:
Travel
Tourism
Air Cabin Crew
Your Future
Potential Careers
Holiday and Tour companies
Travel Agencies
Cruise Ships
Going to Uni
Tourism
Tourism Heritage
You will benefit from links with British Airways who
provide training in customer service, and Virgin
Airlines who provide state of the art training facilities
for an intensive four day workshop.
Studying at BCoT showed me the different career avenues that
tourism can offer. After BCoT, I went on to gain my degree in
Tourism Heritage Management at the University of Winchester and I now
tailor-make itineraries for charities, corporate groups and schools.
Vicki Earle
Charity and School Group Specialist at World Expeditions
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Travel & Tourism
Introduction to Travel & Tourism
Level 1
BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This course is a chance to look at the exciting careers
in travel, such as a holiday rep, cabin crew and travel
agent, and prepare you for the Level 2 course.
Entry Requirements:
4 GCSEs at Grade E or above, including English
and Maths
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Travel & Tourism
Level 2
BTEC Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Course Code: JF38
Course Overview:
This course will help you gain an understanding of the
different aspects of the Travel and Tourism industry. It
will enable you to find out the different job opportunities
and further study options available. You will develop both
your knowledge and customer service skills essential
for employment. After studying this course you can
progress to Level 3 and study Travel & Tourism with Air
Cabin Crew.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D and above, including English
and Maths
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Travel & Tourism
Travel & Tourism
Tourism & Air Cabin Crew
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism
Course Overview:
If you are seeking employment in the Travel and Tourism
industry then this is the course for you. The employment
opportunities are: Travel Agents, Holiday Rep, Airport
Ground Agents, Cruise Industry, Hotel Industry, Tour
Operations and Reservations.
Your lessons will be part theory and part practical and
you will be assessed through a variety of methods
including assignments, role-play, producing promotional
material and reports. Learning will include simulated
work which is a fun and enjoyable way to learn.
The course offers trips and residentials to enhance
your experience and enjoyment; you may visit London,
Paris or New York to learn about tourist attractions and
industry sectors. On completion you could stay at BCoT
and study the HND in Travel and Tourism, go to university
or into employment.
This course
has helped
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject at Merit
Level or above
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Travel & Tourism with
BTEC Level Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew
Course Overview:
If you have always dreamed of being Air Cabin Crew,
travelling the world and experiencing different cultures
then this is the course for you. Whilst you will gain two
qualifications, Air Cabin Crew and Extended Diploma in
Travel and Tourism, there is a strong bias to the airline
industry.
Your lessons will be part theory and part practical and
you will be assessed through a variety of methods
including assignments, role-play, producing promotional
material and reports. Learning will include simulated
work which is a fun and enjoyable way to learn.
The course offers trips and residentials to enhance your
experience and enjoyment. On completion you can stay
at BCoT and study the HND in Travel and Tourism, go to
university or into employment.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in a related subject at Merit
Level or above
make my mind
up that a
career
in
events
is what I want to do.
Travel & Tourism Management
Entry Requirements:
120 UCAS points/PPP or equivalent and GCSE
■■
Harry King
Travel and Tourism - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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HND
Travel & Tourism Management
Course Overview:
This course is ideal for those seeking to work within the
travel and tourism sector. You gain an equivalent to the
first two years of a degree. Study a third year at university
to top up to a BA (Hons) degree.
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Music & Media
B
CoT has invested in its media facilities
to ensure that you work with modern
equipment and industry standard
software. Technicians are on hand to
support you, with courses for all abilities
from Level 1 to HNC.
You will benefit from modern recording studios, Mac
suites with industry standard software, DJ room with
electronic mixing, Camera/TG studio, Green Screen
equipment and a specialist games development room.
Student trips are organised to Solent University for
music competitions, to the Eurogames Exhibition in
London and to professional photography studios.
Guest speakers include representatives from Rockstar
who make Grand Theft Auto, professional music
producers and songwriters who give music workshops.
Work experience is encouraged and has previously
been organised with Premier Business Audio, who
make voice overs for adverts, and Black Hangar
Film Studios, who give workshops in Green Screen
techniques.
What’s on offer:
Music
Media
Games
TV and Film Production
Event Management
Broadcast Journalism
Your Future
Potential Careers
Photographer
Film or TV Editor
Graphic Designer
Video Producer
Studio Producer
Theatre
Sound for Film or Games
Going to Uni
Studio Production
Event Management
Music Business
Film Production
Graphic Production
3D Animation
Photography
My time at BCoT was both enjoyable and extremely productive. It
was my tutor who presented me with the opportunity to do some
work experience which landed me a job in the audio industry.
Alex Hinton
Studio Technician, Premier Business Audio
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Music & Media
I have been offered
Introduction to Music
Television & Film Production
Level 1
NCFE Level 1 in Music
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you an introduction to
Music Technology and the recording process, and to
help you prepare for work in the industry or further study.
Units covered will include, for example, recording studio
operations, multi-track loop sequencing software and
DJ skills.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E or above, including English
and Maths
Media, Music or Games Production
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Diploma in Creative Media Production
Course Code: CF32, EF24
Course Overview:
This course will introduce you to the world of Creative
Media Production and equip you with a variety of skills
that can be applied within the Media or Art and Design
industries.
You will widen your knowledge and skills in digital
graphics, 2D design, computer games and animation
techniques.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D and above including English
and Maths
■■ Or Level 1 in Creative Media
BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media
Production (Television and Film)
(2 years) Course Code: CF36
Course Overview:
This innovative two year course covers a wide-range
of media disciplines and has two pathways; Games
Development and Interactive Media.
It is designed to give you a nationally recognised qualification
in Media providing the knowledge, skills and understanding
required to gain employment within the industry or progress
to further studies.
a prestigious
scholarship
at two top
universities
for media.
Alex Scher-Smith
Creative Media Production - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Units covered within the Media (Television and Film)
pathway include:
■■ 2D animation
■■ Single camera techniques
■■ Music video production
■■ Film and video editing techniques
■■ Soundtrack production
■■ Designing idents for television
■■ Multi-camera techniques
■■ Advertisement production for television
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grade A*- C including English, Maths
and preferably Science
■■ Or Level 2 course at Merit level or above
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Music & Media
Live Music & Event Management
Games Development
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Production Arts
Course Overview:
recognised qualification in Live Music and Event
Management, providing the skills and understanding to
gain employment within the industry.
Your learning will be project-based with a focus on
putting theory into practise. The course will cover the
following units:
■■ Production Management for Live Performance
■■ Marketing for the Performing Arts
■■ Legal Aspects in Performing and Production Arts
■■ Live Sound for the Stage
■■ Stage Sound Design
■■ Stage Sound Operations
■■ Stage Management
■■ Performing Arts
■■ Events Management
■■ Arts in the Community
■■ Production Art Workshop and Performing
Arts Business
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media
Production (Games Development)
Course Overview:
This innovative two year course covers a wide range
of media disciplines and has two pathways; Games
Development and Interactive Media.
recognised qualification in Games Production, providing
the knowledge, skills and understanding required to gain
employment within the industry or progress to further
studies.
Units studied will include:
■■ Sound for Computer Games
■■ Flash for Computer Games
■■ 3D Modelling
■■ Animation and Environments
■■ Digital Graphics
■■ Computer Game Engines
■■ Game Platforms and Technologies
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grade A*-C including English, Maths and
preferably Science
■■ Or Level 2 course at Merit level or above
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Music & Media
Music Technology
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Extended Diploma in Music Technology
(2 years) Course Code: EF27
Course Overview:
This course is for musicians and non-musicians alike
who are interested in the music and sound industry,
who wish to record, edit and improvise using a variety of
modern techniques.
The units within the course include:
■■ Understanding and investigating the industry
■■ Recording and editing live sound
■■ Using software applications for original creation
The College has a comprehensive sound studio with
modern recording and mixing equipment, a soundproof
booth and multi-track recording facility. MIDI and
computer technology is embedded within the course
using modern software such as Logic.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music or Creative Media
Production at Merit level or above
Media Techniques
(Broadcast Journalism)
Level 3
City & Guilds Diploma in Extended
Media Techniques Course Code: CF51
Course Overview:
recognised qualification in Broadcast Journalism,
required to gain employment within the industry or
progress to further studies.
Topics covered on this course include:
■■ Organisation
■■ Regulation and Practice
■■ Researching
■■ Radio and TV Journalism
■■ Radio Studio Production
■■ Freelance Employment
■■ Web Journalism
■■ Understanding Broadcast Audiences
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C including English, Maths
The tutors come
from the industry
so their knowledge
and links really
Music and Media (combined)
HNC
Music and Media (combined) (Part time)
(2 years) Course Code: ERBH003
Course Overview:
This course will cover theoretical and practical aspects
of audio engineering and production, computer music,
acoustics, music business, synthesis, live sound,
mastering and post-production.
help us get a
head start.
Matthew Robinson
Music Technology - Level 3 Extended Diploma
Entry Requirements:
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Computer Science
C
omputing and information technology
plays a vital part in every organisation
and in every aspect of business. The
IT industry is a fast growing sector and
BCoT offer Industry Standard Vendor
qualifications including Compt-TiA, MTAs
and Microsoft Office Specialist.
You will benefit from dedicated computing
workshops with 100 PCs, a dedicated networking
room and PC repair/build room for practical work.
Trips are organised to see IT in action. These have
included a look behind the scenes at high tech theme
parks such as PortAventura in Spain, EuroDisney in
Paris and Thorpe Park in the UK.
What’s on offer:
Computer Science
Office Skills
Your Future
Potential Careers
IT Support
Web Design
Office IT
@
Going to Uni
Computing
Software Engineering
Information Systems
Network Support
Previous students have worked with Motorola
and attended dedicated workshops organised
by Microsoft. Local employers offer computing
work experience including web design, database
management and PC repair and build.
My time at BCoT taught me so much; there is course content but also life
skills which enhance your career prospects. I went on to university
Simon Dawson
and now work in the industry I love.
Helpdesk Engineer, Project Five
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Computer Science
Computer Science
Creative Technology
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Diploma ITQ Level 1/BTEC Certificate in
Creative Media
Course Code: CF29
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you an introduction to
the various aspects of the world of creative technology,
including Music, Media and Information Technology.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E or above including English,
Maths and Science
■■ Or successful completion of the Introduction to Creative
Technologies programme and tutor recommendation
Computer Science
I recently
won an
award at a
Microsoft
conference
for an app
I designed.
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
BTEC First Diploma in Information &
Creative Technology Course Code: CF39
Course Overview:
This qualification will develop your skills and knowledge in
a wide range of applications, including: The Online World,
Technology Systems, Computing in the Workplace,
Software Development and Computational Thinking.
The course will be delivered through a variety of media
including individual and group assessments, practical
application of classroom based teaching and industry
related projects.
Tel: 01256 354141
BTEC Extended Diploma in Information
Technology (2 years)
Course Code: CF43
Course Overview:
This course is designed for those interested in the growing
and dynamic world of technology. It will give you the
knowledge and skills that you will need for employment or
higher education.
Units studied include:
■■ Computer Systems and Communication
■■ Networking
■■ Website development
■■ Technical Support
You will also have the opportunity to study industry
standard qualifications such as the Microsoft Technical
Associate.
This course is made up of two 1 year qualifications: year 1
90 credit Diploma (equivalent to 3 AS Levels) and year 2 the
full Level 3 Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A levels).
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C including English and Maths
■■ Or Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Information Technology at
Merit Level or above.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
■■ Or Functional Skills English and Maths
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Computer Science -BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
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100% Pass Rate
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Animal Management
A
nimal management involves the
care, handling, health, welfare and
accommodation of animals. BCoT has
invested in new indoor and outdoor
facilities and boasts impressive rainforest
and aquatic displays.
You will benefit from the new Animal Discovery
Centre with the Exotic Discovery room, Mammal
Discovery room, Aquatic Discovery room and
large rainforest and marine aquarium zoo exhibits.
There is also a new outside specialist teaching area
containing an aviary and a mini wildlife rehabilitation
centre.
Trips and Activities
Trips are arranged to Crufts Dog Show, the
Hawk Conservancy, the Living Rainforest, the
Natural History Museum, Longleat Safari Park,
London Zoo, Laverstoke Park Farm and other
zoological parks.
Practical work experience is an integral part of
the course and you will work at a range of animal
management centres including Bird World Zoo, 4
Kingdoms Adventure Park and Mill Cottage Farm.
What’s on offer:
Animal Care
Animal Management
Land Based Studies
Your Future
Potential Careers
Kennels and Catteries
Veterinary Surgeries
Livestock Farms
Zoos and Aquariums
Safari Parks
Wildlife Centres
Pet Shops
Aquatic Centres
Horse Stables
Animal Welfare Organisations
Going to Uni
Marine Biology
Zoology
Animal Science
Veterinary Nursing
Equine Veterinary Nursing
Microbiology
Animal Management
Animal Welfare and Behaviour
Veterinary Medicine
I studied as a mature student, but the staff were very friendly and
understanding. The course is hands-on and practical so it prepared
me for my future career very well. I would recommend this course,
without hesitation to anyone thinking of working with animals.
Anne-Marie Smith
Veterinary Nurse at Brunswick Place Vets
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Animal Management
Introduction to Animal Management
Advanced Animal Management
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma in Land Based Studies
Course Code: HF19
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a preliminary
qualification in Animal Management, providing the
knowledge and skills required to progress to a Level 2
qualification.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E and above including English
and Maths.
Animal Management
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma Animal Management
(2 years) Course Code: HF22
Course Overview:
This qualification looks at Animal Behaviour, Biology,
Health and Nursing and will help you gain practical skills
in animal handling and husbandry including Farm and
Zoo Livestock.
You can progress on to a degree or gain employment in
the Animal Management industry; Kennels and Catteries,
Veterinary Surgeries, Livestock Farms, Zoo & Aquariums,
Wildlife Rehabilitation and Rescue Centres, Pet Shops,
Horse Stables, Grooming Parlours, Animal Welfare
Organisations to name just a few.
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
Animal Care BTEC Diploma
Course Code: HF21
I really enjoy
animal
the practical hours in the
Course Overview:
Gain the basic skills needed to care for animals and
practical caring and handling experience. Study includes
Biology, Behaviour, Health and Exotics.
You can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma or gain
employment in the Animal Management industry.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C to include English, Maths
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Animal Care (Merit)
■■ Mature students are welcome
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D and above including
English, Maths and preferably Science
■■ Previous work experience with animals and pets
would be an advantage.
discovery centre.
My favourite assignment is
veterinary nursing,
this is something I hope
to do when I leave college.
Molly Wicks
Animal Management - Level 3 Extended Diploma
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Sport
O
ur Sport courses focus on improving
sporting and exercise performance,
using theoretical aspects applied in
practical settings. They are designed to
provide you with the skills, knowledge
and experience required to start a career
or progress to Higher Education.
You will benefit from a modern on-site gym for fitness
testing and independent work-outs. For a small monthly
fee (currently £17), you will have use of a multi-million
pound sports centre with swimming pool and circuit
sessions within walking distance of the College.
The College works with Basingstoke Sports Trust,
Active Life and Basingstoke & Deane Borough
Council giving access to professionally maintained
facilities including football grounds, athletic tracks, golf
centres, gymnasiums, a free running centre and an
ice skating rink. Transport to and from these excellent
facilities is provided by the College.
Trips are organised to see sport in action; these have
included Stamford Bridge, Wembley Stadium and
Twickenham.
Students also get the opportunity to visit the Body Power
Expo, the largest fitness consumer show in Europe.
What’s on offer:
Sport and Fitness Academy
Football Academy
Rugby Academy
Your Future
Potential Careers
Fitness Instructor
Sports Therapist
Sports Psychologist
Sports Nutritionist
Dietician
Sports Analyst
Sports Scientist
Sports Journalist
Biomechanical Analyst
Going to Uni
Sports Therapy
Football Studies
Sports Coaching and
Development
Sports Science
The course I chose catered to all my needs and really suited my
learning style. The whole experience at BCoT was amazing and
set me up for where I am now.
Ross Stringer
Sports Promoter, Sport Solent
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The tutors are
supporting me
with my university
application,
where I hope to
study Sports
Rehabilitation.
Beth Evans
Sport & Fitness Academy - Level 3 Extended Diploma
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Sport
Introduction to Sport &
Public Services
Football Academy
Level 1
NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed
Services combined with BTEC Certificate in
Sport & Active Leisure Course Code: JF30
Course Overview:
This combined course will give you qualifications in
Sport, Leisure and Public Services, with the view to
progressing to a Level 2 qualification.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Sport
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Diploma in Sport
Course Code: JF39
Course Overview:
This course gives you the opportunity to develop your
sporting talents and gives you an insight into working
in the sports industry. It looks at how the body works,
health, safety and injury issues, and will enable you to
gain valuable sports leadership and coaching skills. You
will also undertake a range of practical sports and gain
valuable work experience.
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport
Course Overview:
This vocational course is aimed at those who wish
to combine progression in football, either playing or
coaching, with the dynamic area of physical education,
sports coaching and sports development.
Mixed with daily training and opportunities to play at
various levels of semi-professional football, this course
will look at many aspects of the game.
This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and attracts up to
360 UCAS points. You can progress on to University or
the workplace.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit Level
or above
■■ Successfully passing a football trials session
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
■■ Or Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure
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Sport
Sport & Fitness Academy
Rugby Academy
Level 3
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport
Course Overview:
This vocational course is aimed at those who wish
to combine progression in rugby, either playing or
coaching, with the dynamic area of physical education,
sports coaching and sports development.
Mixed with daily training and opportunities to play at
various levels of semi-professional rugby, this course will
look at many aspects of the game.
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport &
Exercise Science (2 years) Course Code: JF36
Course Overview:
This is an exciting vocational course aimed at those who
wish to enter the dynamic area of physical education,
sports coaching, sports therapy, personal training or
nutrition, or for those who wish to improve their own
performance.
This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and attracts up to
360 UCAS points. You can progress on to University or
the workplace.
There is a core of science based modules specific to
sport and exercise, which is complemented by practical
sports modules giving you the ability to gain an in-depth
knowledge of sport and exercise science.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English
and Maths
This is a practical, work related course equivalent to 3
A Levels and attracts up to 360 UCAS points. You can
progress on to University or the workplace.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit Level
or above
Sport
HNC
HNC in Sport (Health, Fitness & Exercise)
Course Code: JRBH000 (part time)
Course Overview:
This course provides you with an understanding of
fitness training and instructing, sports nutrition and
sports psychology.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 120 UCAS points/PPP and GCSE English and
Maths at Grade C or above
■■ Or relevant industry experience.
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Public Services
T
he Public Services courses will provide
you with the opportunity to study a
broad range of subjects such as leadership
and teamwork, discipline, physical
preparation and understanding the impact of
war, conflict and terrorism. The courses are
designed to give you an insight into a career
in the Police, Ambulance, Fire Service and
the Armed Forces.
■■
■■
Modern on-site gym for fitness testing
and independent work-outs
For a small monthly fee (currently £17),
you will have use of a multi-million
pound sports centre with swimming
pool and circuit sessions within walking
distance of the college.
You will take part in a range of activities and have
the opportunity to interact with the Public Services
through speakers and visits to places such as RAF
Odiham, Hampshire Police and the Metropolitan
Police and Basingstoke Fire Station.
We also visit outdoor centres and organise a
residential experience and New Forest expedition.
What’s on offer:
Sport
Public Services
Your Future
Potential Careers
Police Force
Fire and Rescue Service
Paramedic
NHS
British Army
Royal Air Force
Royal Navy
Royal Marine
Prison Service
Going to Uni
Policing
Criminology
Adventurous Activities
Law
The skills I learnt during my time at BCoT have certainly helped
me with the transition into employment, especially the Law unit
of the course as this directly related to my job. Being able to do
something I have always wanted to do, and knowing I will have
a lifelong career as a result, makes every day a great day.
Charlie Barsby
Police Constable, Hampshire Constabulary
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Public Services
Introduction to Sport & Public
Services
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
NCFE Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed
Services combined with BTEC Certificate in
Sport & Active Leisure
Course Code: JF30
Course Overview:
This combined course will give you qualifications in
Sport, Leisure and Public Services, with the view to
Entry Requirements:
and Maths.
Level 2
BTEC Diploma in Uniformed Public Services Uniformed Public Services
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Uniformed
Public Services (2years)
Course Code: JF35
Course Overview:
This course provides an excellent introduction to a career
in the uniformed services. Approved by leading Public
Service organisations, it combines specialist subjects such
as major incidents and uniformed services with outdoor
activities, expedition skills and fitness related units.
A variety of visits and guest speakers complement classbased activities.
This is a nationally recognised qualification in Public
Services to help you gain employment within the industry
or progress to further studies.
I get the chance
to learn about
all the different types of
public services;
from the armed forces
and police to the
fire service.
Dean Slade
Uniformed Public Services - Level 3 Extended Diploma
The course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and attracts up to
420 UCAS points.
Course Code: JF40
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you the opportunity
to gain a realistic idea of what a career in the Public
Services can offer. To be successful in this industry it is
important to have excellent interpersonal skills, be able
to communicate with a range of other people, and to
demonstrate effective team working skills.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
■■ BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services at Merit
Level or above.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
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Sciences
T
he Technology Centre at BCoT offers
a range of Science courses delivered
in a modern teaching environment.
You will benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories
with forensic science equipment including
finger printing equipment and forgery detection
apparatus. There is also an electrostatic lifter for
analysing shoe prints, alternative energy kits for
testing sustainability, and extensive microbiological
facilities including aseptic work spaces and cultures
and fermentation equipment.
Trips have been organised to the Science
Museum, Winchester Crown Courts and
the Big Bang exhibition in London. Previous
students have also visited Syngenta to see
working laboratories and local fire stations to see
forensics in practise.
Guest speakers include forensic experts
from the Forensic Collision Investigation Unit,
Detectives and Traffic Officers from the Police
Force and Fire investigators.
Students have undertaken work experience
at Winchester Hospital laboratories, the arson
unit at Hampshire Fire Service and forensic
departments at Qinetiq and De La Rue. Students
also visit science technicians in local schools.
What’s on offer:
Applied Science
Forensic Science
Environmental Science
Medical Science
Your Future
Potential Careers
Laboratory Technician
Forensic Scientist
Police
DNA Geneticist
Probation Service
Biomedical Scientist
Going to Uni
Forensic Science
Psychology
Criminology
Law
Biological Sciences
Biomedical
Health Science
The course suited my ambitions; I wanted to get into forensics and it
had everything I needed to help me with that. There was an interesting
mix of people and the staff were friendly, supportive and helpful.
Ashley Gray
Graduated from the University of Portsmouth
and currently DNA analyst at LGC Forensics
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Sciences
Introduction to Applied Science
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
BTEC First Extended Certificate in Applied Science
Course Code: HF25
Course Overview:
Study a range of science subjects with an emphasis
on practical skills. This course is designed to give
you a recognised qualification in Applied Science,
required to progress onto the Level 3 Forensic Science,
Medical Science or Environmental Science courses or
employment.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above, including two of either
Science, Maths or English.
Forensic Science
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science
(Forensic Science) (2 years) Course Code: HF24
Course Overview:
On this course you will study a range of forensic science
subjects such as criminal behaviour, forensic psychology,
fire and accident investigation, forensic photography,
crime scene science and criminal investigations. You will
work with a team to investigate a mock crime scene,
analyse evidence and prepare your case for mock court.
Visits and external speakers are an important part of this
interesting and varied course.
It is equivalent to three full A Levels and contains a large
amount of practical work and forensic investigation.
This course provides a route into higher education or
employment in a scientific /criminal justice environment.
Entry Requirements:
and Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science at Merit
Level or above.
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Sciences
Medical Sciences
Level 3
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Environmental
Course Code: EF40
Sustainability (2 years)
BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science
(Medical Sciences) (2 years) Course Code: HF27
Course Overview:
Study science and apply the skills gained to a range
of environmental science subjects such as ecology,
conservation, alternative energy, recycling and water
quality. Visits and external speakers are an important part
of this interesting and varied course.
Course Overview:
Study science and apply the skills gained to a range
of medical science subjects such as physiology,
biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, biomedical
science, clinical psychology and diseases and infections.
Visits and external speakers are an important part of this
interesting and varied course.
This course is equivalent to three full A Levels and
contains practical work and an investigative project.
This course provides a route into higher education
or employment in a scientific, engineering or ecology
environment.
Entry Requirements:
and Science
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science at Merit
Level or above
It is equivalent to three full A Levels and contains a large
amount of practical work related to medical sciences.
This course provides a route into higher education
or employment in a scientific or Medical Science
environment.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade A*-C, including English and Maths
and GCSE Grade B or above in Science (preferably
Double or Triple Science)
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science at
Distinction Level
My favourite module
is Criminology.
It is the
theory
of why people
commit
crime
that intrigues me the most.
Genevieve Marshall
Applied Science (Forensics) Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma
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Construction Trades
I
ndustry trained staff deliver a range of
training skills from carpentry and joinery
through to plastering, painting and
decorating. The extensive workshops
offer a practical and safe space for you
to learn your craft.
You will benefit from specialist workshops with
industry standard equipment including laser levels,
specialist cutting equipment, mortar mixers, paint
mixers and paint spray guns. The carpentry area
has a full range of work tools including routers,
spindle moulders, sanders, planing machines
and saws.
Level 3 students have visited Barcelona to see
different forms of architecture.
Work experience with local and national builders
is an integral part of all courses.
What’s on offer:
Carpentry
Joinery
Bricklaying
Interiors & Plaster Finishes
Building Maintenance
Construction & the Built
Environment
Your Future
Potential Careers
Painters
Decorators
Interior Fitters
Carpenters
Going to Uni
Quantity Surveying
Construction Management
When I was undertaking this course, I had a goal in mind. Life has
changed that goal, however the course has been a massive help.
I am now working in a Civil Engineering company based in Newcastle
and I am studying towards my degree in Civil Engineering.
Beth Hewett-Stanley
Former Construction Crafts student
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Construction Trades
Basics in the Construction Industry
Introduction to Carpentry & Joinery
Entry Level
Ascentis Introductory Award in the Construction
Industry
Course Code: AF29
Course Overview:
This course gives you an introduction to Building
Craft Occupations and offers progression into Level
1 courses. You will have the opportunity to try several
trade areas including Bricklaying, Carpentry and Joinery,
Painting and Decorating, Tiling and Plastering.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Formal qualifications are not prerequisites of this course
Introduction to the Construction
Industry
Level 1
Ascentis Diploma in Skills for Employment in the
Construction Industry
Course Code: AF46
Course Overview:
This course allows you to explore areas within the
Construction Industry to help you make an informed
choice about your future career. As well as the
mandatory units, which cover areas such as health
and safety and self-employment, you can choose
to experience three of the following optional units:
Dry Lining; Painting and Decorating; Plastering;
Plumbing; Trowel Operations; Wood Operations and;
Electrical Operations.
Entry Requirements:
4 GCSEs at Grade E or above including English
and Maths
■■ Or completion of the Introductory Award in the
Construction Industry and Entry Level English
and Maths
■■
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Award in Carpentry & Joinery
Course Code: AF08
Course Overview:
This course provides both practical skills and theory
in carpentry and joinery to progress to a Level 2
qualification. Topics covered include: Building methods
and construction technology; Basic woodworking joints;
Maintain and use hand tools and; Prepare and use
portable power tools.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E and above in English and Maths
Construction Industry and Entry Level English and Maths
Introduction to Bricklaying
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Diploma in Bricklaying Course Code: AF09
Course Overview:
This course is designed to prepare you for a career in
Brickwork. Areas covered include: Building Methods;
Damp Courses; Block and Bricklaying and; Setting Out.
Successful completion of the qualification will allow you
to progress to Level 2.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade E and above in English and Maths
Construction Industry and Entry Level English and Maths
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Construction Trades
Introduction to Interiors &
Plaster Finishes
Intermediate Carpentry & Joinery
Level 1
Level 2
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
100% Pass Rate
100% Pass Rate
Intermediate Fitted Interiors
City & Guilds Diploma in Fitted interiors
CSkills Diploma in Painting & Decorating
CSkills Diploma in Carpentry & Joinery
Course Code: AF32
Course Code: AF24
Course Code: AF41
Course Overview:
This course covers basic knowledge in suspended
ceilings, partitions and plaster finishes. It includes both
theory and a full programme of practical tasks. Units
covered will include: building methods and construction
technology; construction of internal and external masonry;
roof construction; producing components from moulds;
producing plasterwork and cement components.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade E and above including English
and Maths
Construction Industry and Entry level English and Maths
Course Overview:
This course will give you the knowledge and skills
required to gain employment or progress to a Level
3 qualification. Topics include: access equipment;
carcassing; first fix before plasterwork; second fix after
plasterwork and; power tools.
Course Overview:
This course will develop your skills in building installations,
including areas such as fitted furniture, basic plumbing
and the preparation and fit out of kitchens and bedrooms.
The course is designed to give you a qualification in fitted
interiors, to gain employment or progress to a Level
3 qualification. You will learn by a series of extended
practical exercises in well-equipped workshops, backed
up by relevant classroom theory.
Intermediate Bricklaying
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Diploma in Interior & Plaster Finishes
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of CSkills Level 1 Diploma in Carpentry
with Functional Skills in English and Maths
Intermediate Painting &
Decorating Skills
Course Code: AF25
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 1 qualification in a Building Services discipline
Level 2
Course Overview:
This course gives you the opportunity to learn about,
and practise, the essential skills required for painting
and decorating including: the preparation of surfaces;
application of paint by brush and roller; applying papers
to walls and ceilings; producing specialist decorative
finishes and; applying water-borne paint using spray
equipment.
The qualification will allow you to either progress to
employment or further studies within this area.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of Level 1 Diploma in Painting and
Decorating and Functional Skills
100% Pass Rate
Introduction to Painting &
Decorating
CSkills Diploma in Bricklaying
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Diploma in Painting & Decorating
Course Code: AF13
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a qualification suitable
for progression to further study or employment. Topics
covered include: building methods and construction
technology; access and working platforms; preparation of
surfaces; application of paint systems by brush and roller
and; applying papers to walls and ceilings.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade E or above including English and
Maths
Construction Industry and Entry level English and Maths
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Intermediate Interior Systems
Course Code: AF23
Course Overview:
This course builds in greater depth on knowledge and
skills gained in the Level 1, such as groundworks and
working platforms. It is designed to give you a qualification
in Bricklaying, to assist you in gaining employment or
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 1 Diploma in Bricklaying
Level 2
CSkills Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-trade
Repair & Refurbishment Operations
Course Code: TBC
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Diploma in Interior Systems
(Ceiling & Partitions) Course Code: AF33
Course Overview:
This course will provide you with both practical experience
and theory knowledge to prepare you for either further
study or employment in interior systems. Areas covered
will include: finishing dry lining joints; installing dry lining and
encasements; dry lining and proprietary partition systems;
raised access flooring and; suspended ceilings.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of CSkills Level 1 Diploma in Interiors and
Plaster Finishes with Functional Skills English and Maths
Course Overview:
This is a useful, general maintenance course designed
to give you skills in basic brickwork, carpentry, rendering,
plumbing, drainage and other general building
maintenance skills. This can lead to an Apprenticeship in
Buildings Maintenance, further study or employment.
Level 2
BTEC Diploma in Construction & the Built
Environment Course Code: AF43
Course Overview:
This qualification will provide you with the knowledge
and skills to gain employment or progress to a Level 3
qualification in Construction or the Built Environment
industry. The course looks at key roles within the
construction industry including: architects, architectural
technologists and town planning technicians; building
and civil engineering technicians; chartered surveyors;
civil engineers; draughtspersons and; estimators.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade D and above, including English,
Maths and Science
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grades D and above, including English
and Maths
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Advanced Site Carpentry
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
CSkills Diploma in Site Carpentry
Course Code: AF26
Course Overview:
This course is aimed at those wishing to progress from
the Level 2 qualification, with the desire to gain more
in-depth knowledge of wood occupations and the
construction industry. It will introduce the management
skills required on site for successful project management
and can lead to an Apprenticeship in Carpentry and
Joinery or further study in the construction industry; the
next step for many students is progression to supervision
and site management. The BTEC National Diploma in
Construction is a recognised route into the management
aspects of the construction industry. You will be
assessed by practical and on-line tests for each unit.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Successful completion of Level 2 Site Carpentry
Advanced Construction & the
Built Environment
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
BTEC Diploma in Construction &
the Built Environment
Course Code: AF37
Course Overview:
This course is designed to prepare you for a variety
of careers in the construction industry, including civil
engineering, project management, architecture, building
surveying, planning, estimating, quantity surveying and
building control.
Topics covered include the following units: Sustainable
Construction; Science and Materials in Construction and
the Built Environment; Construction Technology and Design
in Construction and Civil Engineering; Project Management;
Graphical Detailing; Measuring, Estimating and Tendering
Processes; Surveying; Mechanical and Electrical Services;
Building Regulations and Control; Planning Procedures
and; ICT in Construction and the Built Environment.
Entry Requirements:
preferably Science
Environment
HNC
100% Pass Rate
I wanted to be skilled
in a range of crafts.
I am off to study
Construction
Management
Entry Requirements:
■■ Or relevant industry experience
at university next year.
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Construction & the Built Environment Level 3 BTEC Extended DiplomaTel: 01256 354141
(Part time) Course Code: ARBH002
Course Overview:
This course will develop your understanding of the
construction industry and will include topics such
as current health and safety legislation, government
and planning policy, the effect of site location and the
behaviour of construction materials. Through a group
project you will develop the skills needed to devise
and plan a project from design to implementation
management. Your progress will be assessed through
assignments, presentations, time controlled assessment
and a final project. This course will boost your career
progression or enable you to study a relevant degree.
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Building Services
A
t BCoT, the Building Services
department provides modern
facilities in purpose built workshops and
classrooms. Staff are trained to a high
industry standard and have extensive
work experience.
You will benefit from fully equipped workshops with
industrial standard equipment including consumer
units, conduit bending equipment and electric and
steel threading and cutting machines. Installation
bays and gas assessment areas allow students to
practise what they have learnt under professional
supervision.
Guest speakers from large organisations such as
AWE, Kier Group, Fosters and Armitage Shanks
give talks to students about latest industry
equipment and career routes. Many students go
on to train as apprentices in the building industry.
What’s on offer:
Building Services
Plumbing
Your Future
Potential Careers
Electrician
Plumber
Going to Uni
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Services
At BCoT you are taught what you need to know and how to apply it
to the outside world of work. I have gained a wealth of knowledge.
Neil Henley
Owner of NH Electrical
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Building Services
Access to Building Services
Plumbing
Level 1
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Access to
Building Services
Course Code: AF39
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a general introduction
to the essential skills of Building Maintenance and Services,
including health and safety, plumbing, electrical work,
heating and ventilation and refrigeration and air conditioning.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade E or above including English
and Maths
■■ Or completion of an Entry Level qualification in a
Construction Industry qualification and Functional Skills
Basics in Plumbing
Level 2
BPEC Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing Studies
Course Code: AF52
Course Overview:
Thinking about leaky pipes, water systems and
drainage? This qualification could be for you. The
course is designed to teach you the trade and give
you a qualification in Plumbing, to gain employment or
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of Level 1 Plumbing course and tutor
recommendation
Level 1
City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing
Course Code: AF49
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you a qualification in
Plumbing to help you progress to Level 2 studies or
employment. The course covers a range of related
topics, such as hot and cold water supplies, sanitation
and understanding health and safety.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
Level 2
City & Guild 2365 Level 2 Diploma ElectroTechnical Craft Course Code: AF45
Course Overview:
This qualification is designed to help you learn and
develop the practical skills and the appropriate theory
knowledge to work in Electrical Installation. Units studied
will include Health and Safety, Scientific Principles and
Hand Skills. Please note, this qualification will not make
you a fully qualified electrician but it will give you the
essential skills to work towards electrician status.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of Level 1 Electrical Installation course
and tutor recommendation
Basics in Electrical Installation
Level 1
City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Electrical
Installation
Course Code: AF47
Course Overview:
This course will give you the basic knowledge and skills
to carry out works in the Electrical Trade by studying
units including Health and Safety, Scientific Principles
and Hand Skills. From here, you could progress to
employment, an Apprenticeship or further studies.
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
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Building Services
Advanced Electrical Installation
Advanced Plumbing
Level 3
BPEC Level 3 Diploma in Plumbing Studies
Course Code: TBC
Course Overview:
This course will help you achieve a nationally recognised
qualification in plumbing, to help you towards a career as
a Plumber or Plumbing and Heating Engineer.
Areas covered on the course include planning plumbing
installations, complex cold water systems, domestic hot
water, central heating systems, sanitation and drainage
systems and domestic gas principles.
Level 3
Diploma in Electrical Installation, Building
& Structures
Course Code: AF48
Course Overview:
recognised qualification in Electrical Installation, which
can help you gain employment within the industry and
work towards becoming a fully qualified electrician.
Successful completion of the qualification will allow you
to progress to further studies or employment in this
industry area.
Units covered within the course include both practical
and theory aspects of: health and safety; environmental
technology systems; electrical installation, fault
diagnosis and rectification; inspection, testing and
commissioning of installations; electrical systems
design; the principles of electrical science and; career
awareness in the building services sector.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of the Level 2 Plumbing course and tutor
recommendation
Entry Requirements:
■■ Completion of the Level 2 Electrical Installation course
and tutor recommendation
The Construction
department has its own
dedicated
block of
facilities;
it makes you feel like you
really are in the workplace.
Jacob Vickery
Level 3 City & Guilds NVQ Diploma in Installing
Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment
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Automotive
B
CoT has invested in a purpose
built garage workshop. As well as
practise vehicles, students can work on
customer vehicles from College staff,
which gives them the opportunity to work
on real projects. The College also runs a
successful racing team, offering experience
to students who study motorsports.
You will benefit from a modern, fully equipped
vehicle workshop with an extensive range of industry
standard Snap-on diagnostic equipment and a fleet
of modern vehicles for students to work on.
If you study Motorsport you will work on a Toyota MR2
race car and be part of a team participating in around
seven race meetings a season.
The College provides motorsports students with
practise cars, a BMW and 2CV, used for test days.
There is an annual trip to the Autosports Show at
the NEC and Motorsport students participate in
race and test days at circuits around the country.
Trips have been organised to the Mini factory
at Cowley, where students see cars being built
from scratch, and to Pro-Drive, who manufacture
modified engine components for racing cars.
What’s on offer:
Vehicle Valeting
Vehicle Maintenance
Vehicle Fitting
Electric Vehicles
Motorsports
Vehicle Diagnostics
Your Future
Potential Careers
Garage Services
Motor Vehicle Sales
Garage Receptionist
Parts and Service
Body and Paintwork
Going to Uni
Motorsport
Automotive Industry
Engineering
City Motor Holdings in Basingstoke own several
garage franchises and work with the College
offering work experience and giving talks on
career opportunities. Other guest speakers have
included professional racing drivers and local
garage owners.
Local garages take small groups of students on
tours of their facilities and give careers advice
including how to start your own business.
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Automotive
Introduction to Automotive
Vehicle Valeting
Entry Level
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma in Vehicle Systems & Body
& Paint Maintenance (3902-02) Course Code: DF11
Course Overview:
Would you like a better awareness of the day-to-day
activities that take place in a garage? This is a practical
‘hands on’ course and offers you progression to further
studies on successful completion.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Applicants with no formal qualifications will be
considered
Introduction to Vehicle Valeting
Level 1
City & Guilds Certificate Vehicle Valeting
Principles (4290-42)
Course Code: DF22
Course Overview:
This qualification is for you if you want to learn and
practise the skills required for employment in the Motor
Vehicle Valeting sector. The course includes quality
cleaning and finishing, working with others and delivering
excellent customer service. Progression is available to
the Level 2 course.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grades E or above including English
and Maths
Vehicle Maintenance
Level 1
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma Vehicle Maintenance
(4290-11) Course Code: DF12
Course Overview:
On this course you will learn the essential skills required to
work in a garage and gain an understanding of how the
different systems, engines, chassis, suspension etc. operate
and are maintained. This course can allow you to take up an
Apprenticeship or progress to a Level 2 qualification.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Entry Level qualification
■■ Or have 4 GCSE at Grade E or above including
English and Maths
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Introduction to Electric Vehicles
Level 2
Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma Vehicle Valeting
Principles (4290-42)
Course Code: DF23
Course Overview:
This course will enable you to practise and further
develop your valeting skills. Areas covered include both
interior and exterior valeting, assessing a motor vehicle’s
condition and customer service. You will also gain the
transferable skills required to consider progression to
other automotive disciplines or an Apprenticeship.
City & Guilds Award in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Operation & Maintenance (4290-70) Course Code: DF24
Course Overview:
Do you need to know more about the safety precautions
required when working on or near a high voltage hybrid
vehicle? This qualification will give you the essential
knowledge to understand hybrid components and
operations, how to work safely on hybrid and related
vehicle systems and how to work with electric vehicles.
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 1 Vehicle Valeting principles
■■ Or 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above including English
and Maths
Entry Requirements:
■■ Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
■■ Or Level 3 VCQ in a related subject
■■ Or at least 4 years automotive industrial experience
Vehicle Fitting Principles
Level 2
Remove and Refit Vehicle
Components
Level 2
City & Guilds Certificate Vehicle Fitting
Principles (4290-52) Course Code: DF18
Course Overview:
Want to learn more about replacing tyres, batteries,
exhausts or parts on vehicles? This qualification will
help you learn and practise the skills required to test
and fault find on batteries and other engine parts;
check tyres and exhausts for defects and replace or
repair them; balance and realign wheels and; give
customers general maintenance advice. The course is
ideal for anyone wishing to develop a career in the ‘Fast
Fit’ motor industry.
City & Guilds Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance
& Repair (4290-12) Course Code: DF13
Course Overview:
Light Vehicle Service Technicians service and repair
vehicles such as cars and vans up to 3.5 tonnes. If you
are interested in this as a career, this course will give you
the training you will need in all areas of vehicle mechanics
and electronics, from engine and exhaust systems to air
conditioning and security features.
On successful completion, you could choose to
progress to further studies or into employment or an
Apprenticeship.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above, including English and
Maths (or equivalent Functional Skills at Level 1)
■■ Or City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Systems
Entry Requirements:
and Functional Skills at the appropriate level
The staff are the amazing; they are so supportive and are always
there to help guide you but not to hold your hand as they want you to be
independent too. If you’re committed and willing to work hard on
Lewis Alcorn
this course, it’ll pay off and be well worth it!
Vehicle Technician at Audi
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Automotive
Introduction to Motorsport Vehicle
Technology
Level 2
BTEC Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsport)
Course Code: DF16
Course Overview:
This specialist course is for students who want to have
a career in motorsport. You will study at an advanced
level and learn about engine management systems,
transmission systems and the application of vehicle
science and mathematics. Working in BCoT’s own
garage will also support your learning and development.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above, including Maths, English
and Science
■■ Or Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
and Functional Skills at an appropriate level
Light Vehicle Diagnostics
Level 3
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds Diploma Light Vehicle Maintenance
& Repair 4290-13
Course Code: DF14
Course Overview:
recognised qualification to gain employment within the
industry or progress to further studies.
The key skills you will have acquired upon achievement
of this qualification are: diagnosing the cause of and
repairing a problem in line with manufacturers’ standards
and; repairing and replacing vehicle components;
Testing existing and repaired systems and; checking
for problems in newer vehicles with testing equipment
connected to the vehicle’s electronic control unit (ECU).
Entry Requirements:
and Functional Skills at the appropriate level
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Motorsport Vehicle Technology
Level 3
BTEC Diploma in Vehicle Technology
(Motorsport) Course Code: DF15
Course Overview:
This course is for students who want to work within the
area of motorsport. This is an ideal opportunity to study
at an advanced level and will involve many aspects of the
latest motor vehicle technologies.
This specialist course will prepare you for a range of
careers within the engineering and automotive industry
including motorsport. Topics covered include engine and
vehicle technology, computing, servicing, Maths and
electrical and electronic systems. You will also have the
opportunity to work on a project of your own.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*-C (to include English, Maths
and preferably Science)
■■ Or successful completion of the BTEC Level 2
Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsport) and Level
2 Functional Skills
Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics &
Management
Level 4
Motorsport technology
is all I ever wanted to do.
Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics & Management
Competence (4122-04/94) Certificate Course Code: DF25
Course Overview:
This qualification combines both theory knowledge
and practical competence in working in the motor
vehicle industry. Units covered include: diagnosing
vehicle faults; using diagnostic equipment and technical
information and; providing technical support and advice
to colleagues. The qualification will allow progression to
Higher Apprenticeship or Foundation degree in a relevant
subject or into employment.
I enjoy the construction
Entry Requirements:
■■ Relevant Level 3 qualification as well as GCSE
English and Maths at Grade C or equivalent
■■ Candidates with relevant industry experience will also
be considered without these, subject to satisfactory
interview
it’s really interesting.
Tel: 01256 354141
of the vehicles,
building the 2CV and
performance MR2
cars to race;
James Herbert
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in
Vehicle Technology (Motorsport)
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Engineering
T
he Engineering department at BCoT
works closely with employers such
as Gillette, WBTC and the Middlesex
Group to provide a direct route into
employment for successful students.
All courses are affiliated to either The
IET (Institution of Engineering and
Technology) or The IMechE (Institution
of Mechanical Engineers).
Work experience is undertaken with employers
who are often looking to recruit students when
they finish their course.
Engineering courses are sponsored by employers
who work with the College to offer students
progression directly into employment, usually via
an Apprenticeship.
What’s on offer:
Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Your Future
You will benefit from CAD and CAM machinery, a
PLC suite, Instrumentation & Control software and
hardware, Rapid Prototyper (3D Printer) plus industry
standard workshops with modern technology.
Previous students have visited Barcelona to see
the F1 circuit and the Camp Nou football stadium
to look at the building structure. A visit to Prague
was arranged to see the manufacturing line at the
Skoda factory and the use of green energy at a
power station.
Other visits have included the Science Museum
in London and Thorpe Park.
Potential Careers
Precision Machining
CAD Design
Engineering
Manufacturing
Going to Uni
The Engineering department has
an agreement with Southampton
Solent University whereby
students who have successfully
completed the HND course at BCoT have direct
entry onto the third year of their engineering
degree course
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Engineering
Engineering (Electronics)
Engineering
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds NVQ in Electronic Engineering –
Performing Engineering Operations
BTEC Diploma in Engineering
Course Code: EF33
Course Overview:
Would you like to learn electrical skills and perhaps
progress on to more advanced qualifications or a job in
engineering? This course is for you. You will cover the
following topics: assembling and testing electrical circuits;
maintaining electronic systems and equipment and; wiring
and testing electrical systems and equipment.
Work experience is part of the course and the College
can assist in finding suitable employers. Please note,
you will be required to purchase safety shoes/boots and
overalls for use in the workshop.
Course Overview:
Would you like to discover the world of mechanical
engineering and hopefully go onto an Apprenticeship
in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering? This course
gives you an excellent opportunity to find out more about
Engineering and the different types of jobs that can be
explored for your future career in Engineering.
As well as the mandatory units such as health and safety
and Maths for engineers, optional units available include:
machinery techniques to remove material; electronic
devices and communication applications and; using
computer aided drawing.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade E and above including English
and Maths
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade D and above including English
and Maths
Course Code: EF31
Engineering (Mechanical)
Level 2
100% Pass Rate
City & Guilds NVQ in Mechanical Engineering –
Performing Engineering Operations
Course Code: EF32
Course Overview:
Are you interested in engineering? This course will give
you the opportunity to learn and practise some essential
skills using core engineering equipment such as milling
machines, lathes, CNC machines and hand finishing
tools. On completion of the course you will be able to
progress to an advanced Apprenticeship and a Level 3
qualification.
Work experience is part of the course and the College
can assist in finding suitable employers. Please note,
you will be required to purchase safety shoes/boots and
overalls for use in the workshop.
I would definitely recommend this
course. It has a good structure and
the teaching is fantastic; there
is a good range of styles and
interaction. It’s certainly prepared
me for future challenges.
Alex Griffiths
Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering:
Quality and Control, AWE
Entry Requirements:
■■ 4 GCSEs Grade D and above including English
and Maths
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Engineering
Advanced Engineering
Advanced Practical Engineering
Level 3
Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering
City & Guilds 2850 Diploma in Engineering
Course Code :TBC
Course Code: EF29
Course Overview:
This course is designed to give you the knowledge
and skills to gain employment or progress to further
qualifications. The course includes manufacturing
technology, electronics, drawing, marking out and
computer aided design, delivered in state-of-the-art
facilities.
Course Overview:
This course will appeal to those interested in a broad
range of engineering industries including mechanical,
design, manufacture, communications and other
related sectors. It develops the skills, knowledge
and understanding required to prepare students for
employment at technician level or for progression to
university.
BCoT has made multi-million pound investments
in science and technology facilities, including new
engineering workshops, laboratories and CAD suites,
making it one of the best learning centres for technology
in the region.
BCoT work with industry ambassadors to guide
students on the most up to date career paths in
engineering. Work placements are organised with local
employers including ITT Cannon, AWE, LG Motion and
De La Rue.
Equivalent to three A Levels, this challenging course
enables you to study units of advanced engineering
including mechanical, electronics, engineering design,
and computer aided design with the support of
mathematics and science units.
Entry Requirements:
■■ 5 GCSEs Grade A*- C, including English, Maths
■■ Or BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (Merit)
and Functional Skills at Level 2 in English and Maths
Entry Requirements:
and Maths
■■ Or NVQ Level 2 in Engineering and Functional Skills
at Level 2
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
HND
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Mechanical & Manufacturing
Engineering
HND
Course Code: EF42
Course Code: EF43
Course Overview:
You will gain knowledge and experience of analysing and
working with electrical/electronic principles applicable to
current technologies. You will undertake a range of lab
work and hands on projects, mixed with academic theory.
Course Overview:
You will gain knowledge and experience of analysing and
working with mechanical principles applicable to current
technologies. You will undertake a range of lab work and
hands on projects, mixed with academic theory.
Entry Requirements:
Entry Requirements:
Tel: 01256 354141
I really enjoy
the practical sessions.
The facilities
at the College are
top-notch,
they really are
state-of-the-art.
Kane Walsh
Engineering - Level 3 BTEC Diploma
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Directions
A
re you looking to improve your grades
and skills? The Directions course
at BCoT could be a fresh start for you setting you up on the pathway to your
future career.
What’s on offer:
Functional Skills English
Functional Skills Maths
Functional Skills ICT
Personal and Social
Development
Employability and Enterprise
Vocational option of your
choice
The course has helped my grades
but I’ve also improved as a person.
I used to be shy but my confidence
has grown since being at BCoT. I’ve
learnt to challenge myself and push
myself to achieve better grades. I’ve
applied to do a Level 1 course at
BCoT next year and I hope to go on
to Level 2 and Level 3 after that.
Danny Paterson
Former Directions student
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Directions - Access to Vocational
Studies
Entry Level 2
Entry Level 2 Directions - Access to Vocational
Studies
Course Code: VF03
Course Overview:
This course is suitable for you if you have mild/moderate
learning difficulties. It will support you to develop the
confidence in becoming independent or gaining the skills
you need to get a job, including building skills in English,
Maths and ICT.
Entry Requirements:
■■ There are no formal entry requirements, however all
learners will need to undertake a successful interview
and provide a good reference
■■ Personal qualities such as motivation, enthusiasm
and willingness to learn are key
Directions - Access to Vocational
Studies
Entry Level 3
Entry Level 3 Directions - Access to Vocational
Studies
Course Code: VF03
Course Overview:
You will study qualifications in Personal and Social
Development, Employability and Enterprise, English,
Maths, ICT and two vocational options of your choice
eg Construction, Music Technology, Hair and Beauty,
Engineering, Sport or Catering.
You will be challenged and supported to achieve and
will be encouraged to take part in work experience and
enrichment activities when possible.
Attendance of 100% is necessary in order to complete
the course.
Entry Requirements:
■■ There are no formal entry requirements, however all
learners will need to undertake a successful interview
and provide a good reference
■■ Personal qualities such as motivation, enthusiasm
and willingness to learn are key
Tel: 01256 354141
Languages (ESOL)
D
o you want to improve your reading,
writing, spelling and Maths?
Do you speak English as a second
language? Our full time ESOL course is
designed for you.
What’s on offer:
Intensive ESOL Skills for Life
Tutorial with personal tutor
GCSE Maths or Science
Numeracy and ICT lessons
Languages (ESOL)
Entry Level
Course Code: HF99
Course Overview:
This course is designed for students who want to
enhance their existing knowledge of English enabling
them to progress to higher levels of English study, or
to give them the linguistic skills required to study a
vocational programme.
Entry Requirements:
■■ A successful placement test
The learning is made easy
by the teachers and we learn
about UK culture as well as
the language. It’s more than
just the language – it’s a way
of life. When I’m out, I can
now speak on my own. I
don’t need help anymore.
Mariama Sow
Former ESOL student
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Index
Access Course, Entry Level
132
132
Massage
46
Air Cabin Crew
73
Enterprise
Animal Management
89
104
Media Make-Up
ESOL
132
Media Production
76
Event Management, Hospitality
39
Media Techniques
80
Event Management, Music
79
Medical Science
Applied Science
103
Art & Design
56-57
Automotive
122-124
Barbering
51-52
Exercise
Beauty Therapy
42, 46
Fashion & Clothing
Bricklaying
108, 110
Broadcast Journalism
80
110-111
Building Services
116
Built Environment
111,113
Business
65-66
Cabin Crew
Carpentry
73
108, 110-111, 113
65-66
93-94
58
Fashion Retail
65-66
Film Production
76
Fitness
Fitted Interiors
93-94
110,111
Fitting, Vehicles
123
Mechanical Engineering
123-124
Music
76, 80
Music & Media
80
Nail Technology
42
Nursing
33
39
Photography
Football Academy
93
Plastering
110
Forensic Science
103
Plumbing
116, 119
26
Graphic Design
Clothing, Fashion and textiles
58
Hairdressing
51-52
Rugby Academy
Computer Science
85
26, 30
Science
Hospitality
36-39
Social Work
ICT
Cookery
36
Joinery
Creative Media
85
Journalism, Broadcast
56-57
Design, Art
Directions
Education, Children’s
Electric Vehicles
132
26
123
61
76, 79
Public Services
98
61
Retail, Fashion
65-66
85
94
103-104
Sport
33
93-94
Television & Film Production
76
80
Textiles
58
Maintenance, Building
110-111
Tourism
71-73
Maintenance, Vehicle
122-124
Travel & Tourism
71-73
108,110-111
Make-Up
42-45
Management, Animal
89
Valeting
129-130
Management, Beauty Sector
46
Vehicle Diagnostics
116, 119
Management, Hair Sector
53
Vehicle Valeting
Electronic Engineering
129-130
Management, Travel & Tourism
73
Engineering
129-130
Manufacturing Engineering
129-130
Tel: 01256 354141
98
122-123
Electrical Engineering
108,110-111
Childcare
111, 113
104
Motorsport Technology
Games Production
Construction & the Built Environment
42, 45
122-124
36
108 111, 113
129-130
Motor Vehicles
Catering
Construction
134
English for Speakers of Other Languages
123
122-123
This prospectus is produced in good faith and is correct to the best of our
knowledge at the time of going to press. BCoT cannot be held responsible
for changes made by external organisations but will endeavour to ensure our
website reflects the current course details.
www.bcot.ac.uk
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The carbon used to make this prospectus is about the same as it takes to make 5 plastic bags.
Under our ECOBCoT initiative, the carbon has been calculated by Greenhouse Graphics, our
printers, and has been off set by the planting of trees.
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